How To Fix SCPR_ATC005 - Switch BC Set: Client-dependency and cascading is not specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCPR_ATC - Message class for ATC checks on BC sets

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Switch BC Set: Client-dependency and cascading is not specified

What causes this issue?

The client-dependency and cascading attributes of the objects in all
Switch BC Set must be specified. All objects must have the same
client-dependency and cascading attributes.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Client-dependency groups:
o All tables/views in the BC Set are client-specific
o All tables/views in the BC Set are cross-client
Cascading attribute groups:
o No cascading: All tables/views in the BC Set have delivery class 'C'
or 'A'
o Cascading: No tables/views in the BC Set have delivery class 'C' or
'A'

System Response

The BC Set cannot be activated in the system.

How to fix this error?

Correct the client-dependency and cascading attributes of the BC Set
using SCPR3 transaction.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCPR_ATC005 - Switch BC Set: Client-dependency and cascading is not specified ?

  The SAP error message SCPR_ATC005, which states "Switch BC Set: Client-dependency and cascading is not specified," typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of Business Configuration (BC) sets in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine how the BC set should behave in terms of client dependency and cascading.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The BC set may not have been configured properly, specifically regarding client dependency and cascading settings.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings for client dependency (whether the BC set is client-specific or cross-client) and cascading (how changes in one BC set affect others) may not have been defined.
  Transport Issues: If the BC set was transported from another system, the transport might not have included the necessary settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check BC Set Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SCPR20 (Business Configuration Sets) and check the configuration of the BC set that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the client dependency and cascading options are correctly set according to your requirements.
  
  
  
  Define Client Dependency:
  
  If the BC set should be client-specific, ensure that the "Client-dependent" option is selected.
  If it should be cross-client, ensure that the "Cross-client" option is selected.
  
  
  
  Set Cascading Options:
  
  Review the cascading settings to determine how changes in this BC set should affect other BC sets. You may need to specify whether cascading is enabled or disabled.
  
  
  
  Transport Configuration:
  
  If the BC set was transported, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary objects and settings were included.
  If needed, re-transport the BC set with the correct settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to Business Configuration Sets for additional guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SCPR20: To manage Business Configuration Sets.
  SCPR10: To view and manage the transport of BC sets.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SCPR_ATC005 error and ensure that your BC sets are configured correctly.