How To Fix SFW016 - Business function &1 is switched on in client &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SFW - Messages for Switch Framework

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Business function &1 is switched on in client &2

What causes this issue?

You want to delete a business function that is deactivated in at least
once client.

System Response

The business function is not deleted

How to fix this error?

The business function must be deactivated in all clients before it can
be switched off.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SFW016 - Business function &1 is switched on in client &2 ?

  The SAP error message SFW016 indicates that a specific business function (denoted as &1) is activated in the client (denoted as &2), but there may be an issue related to its configuration or usage. This message typically arises in the context of SAP's Switch Framework, which allows for the activation and deactivation of business functions in a modular way.
  Cause:
  
  Business Function Activation: The business function mentioned in the error message is activated in the specified client, but there may be a conflict or a requirement that is not met.
  Missing Configuration: The necessary configuration or prerequisites for the activated business function may not be fulfilled.
  Incompatibility: There may be incompatibilities with other activated business functions or with the current system configuration.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to work with the activated business function.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Function Activation:
  
  Go to transaction SFW5 to review the activated business functions in your system.
  Ensure that the business function in question is indeed activated and that all prerequisites are met.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check if there are any additional configuration steps required for the activated business function. This may involve reviewing documentation or SAP notes related to the specific business function.
  
  
  
  Check for Conflicts:
  
  Look for any conflicts with other activated business functions. Sometimes, certain functions cannot coexist due to overlapping functionalities.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and utilize the features provided by the activated business function.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide guidance on the specific business function. You can use the SAP Support Launchpad for this.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SFW5: Business Function Activation
  SFW2: Switch Framework Overview
  SLG1: Application Log
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation related to the specific business function and its requirements.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the SFW016 error message.