How To Fix SFW299 - SAP BF sets should not point to business functions of customers

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SFW - Messages for Switch Framework

• Message number: 299

• Message text: SAP BF sets should not point to business functions of customers

What causes this issue?

SAP business function sets should not be changed by modifications in
such a way that they point to business functions in the customer
namespace.

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

How to fix this error?

Change the business function &V1& in such a way that it points to the
business function set &V2&.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SFW299 - SAP BF sets should not point to business functions of customers ?

  The SAP error message SFW299, which states "SAP BF sets should not point to business functions of customers," typically occurs in the context of Business Function (BF) sets in SAP systems. This error indicates that there is a configuration issue where a business function set is incorrectly referencing a customer-specific business function.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The error usually arises when a business function set (BF set) is configured to include customer-specific business functions. SAP business function sets are intended to include only standard SAP business functions.
  Custom Development: If a customer has developed custom business functions and inadvertently included them in a BF set, this can trigger the error.
  Transport Issues: Sometimes, during the transport of configurations or custom developments, references to customer-specific business functions may be included inappropriately.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Business Function Sets: Check the configuration of the business function sets in your SAP system. Ensure that they only reference standard SAP business functions and not any customer-specific ones.
  
  You can do this by navigating to the transaction code SFW5 (Business Function Set Management) and reviewing the entries.
  
  
  
  Remove Customer-Specific Functions: If you find any customer-specific business functions in the BF sets, remove them from the configuration.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to business functions and business function sets to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  Transport Management: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport request for any unintended inclusions of customer-specific business functions and correct them.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, perform thorough testing to ensure that the business functions operate as expected without the error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP Help documentation for Business Functions and Business Function Sets for a deeper understanding of their intended use and configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SFW299 error and ensure that your business function sets are correctly configured.