How To Fix SFW017 - Import of switch settings using system setting is forbidden

SFW017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SFW - Messages for Switch Framework

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Import of switch settings using system setting is forbidden

What causes this issue?

The import of the transport object SF01 is not allowed in this system.

System Response

No switch-positions of the Switch Framework are changed. If dependent
Data Dictionary objects exist, they are not activated.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SFW017 - Import of switch settings using system setting is forbidden ?

  The SAP error message SFW017 indicates that the import of switch settings using system settings is forbidden. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Switch Framework (SWF) when you are trying to import or activate a switch configuration that is not allowed due to system settings or restrictions.
  
  Cause:
  
  System Settings Restriction: The system settings may be configured to prevent the import of switch settings. This is often a security measure to ensure that only authorized changes are made to the system configuration.
  Transport Layer Issues: The transport layer settings may not allow the import of certain configurations, or the transport request may not be correctly set up.
  User Authorization: The user attempting to perform the import may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to switch settings.
  Switch Framework Configuration: The switch framework itself may have been configured in a way that restricts certain operations.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check System Settings: Review the system settings related