How To Fix SCPR871 - BC Set &1 is active in an older version of &2 &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCPR - BC Sets

• Message number: 871

• Message text: BC Set &1 is active in an older version of &2 &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCPR871 - BC Set &1 is active in an older version of &2 &3 ?

  The SAP error message SCPR871 indicates that a Business Configuration Set (BC Set) is active in an older version of a specific configuration object. This typically occurs when there is an attempt to activate or modify a BC Set that conflicts with an existing active version.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A BC Set is being activated or modified, but there is already an older version of that BC Set active in the system.
  The system does not allow the activation of a new version of the BC Set while an older version is still active.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Active BC Sets: 
  
  Use transaction code SCPR20 to view the active BC Sets in your system. Identify the BC Set that is causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Deactivate the Older Version:
  
  If you determine that the older version of the BC Set is no longer needed, you can deactivate it. This can typically be done in the same transaction (SCPR20) by selecting the BC Set and choosing the option to deactivate it.
  
  
  
  Activate the New Version:
  
  After deactivating the older version, you can proceed to activate the new version of the BC Set.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no dependencies or other configurations that might be affected by deactivating the older version. It’s important to understand the implications of making changes to BC Sets.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the documentation related to the specific BC Set you are working with. There may be specific instructions or considerations for that particular set.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that any changes are properly transported to the quality assurance and production environments as needed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BC Sets: Business Configuration Sets are used in SAP to manage configuration settings in a structured way. They allow for easy transport and activation of configuration settings across different systems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SCPR20 (for managing BC Sets) and SCPR3 (for managing configuration profiles).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or solutions related to the specific BC Set or error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with a technical expert who specializes in SAP configuration management.