How To Fix SD_DT018 - Activate DTDC & (active version)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD_DT - DD: Messages for Tuning Objects

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Activate DTDC & (active version)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD_DT018 - Activate DTDC & (active version) ?

  The SAP error message SD_DT018, which states "Activate DTDC & (active version)," typically relates to issues with the Data Transfer and Data Consistency (DTDC) functionality in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module. This error often occurs when the system is unable to find an active version of the Data Transfer Data Consistency (DTDC) settings that are required for processing sales documents.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive DTDC Version: The most common cause of this error is that the DTDC settings for the relevant sales document type are not activated or are missing.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Sales and Distribution module that prevent the DTDC from being activated.
  Missing Customizing: The necessary customizing settings for DTDC may not have been completed or may have been incorrectly set up.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SD_DT018 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check DTDC Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Data Transfer > Data Transfer Data Consistency.
  Ensure that the DTDC settings for the relevant document types are correctly configured and activated.
  
  
  
  Activate DTDC:
  
  If the DTDC is not activated, you will need to activate it. This can usually be done in the same configuration area where you checked the settings.
  Look for an option to activate the DTDC for the specific document type you are working with.
  
  
  
  Check for Active Versions:
  
  Ensure that there is an active version of the DTDC settings. If there are multiple versions, make sure the correct one is set as active.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that any changes made to the DTDC settings have been transported to the quality or production environment.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to DTDC for any additional steps or considerations that may be specific to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to Sales and Distribution and DTDC, such as SPRO, VA01, VA02, etc.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SD_DT018 error and ensure that the DTDC functionality is properly activated in your SAP system.