How To Fix SFW459 - S4H status for automatic switch is "&1"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SFW - Messages for Switch Framework

• Message number: 459

• Message text: S4H status for automatic switch is "&1"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SFW459 - S4H status for automatic switch is "&1" ?

  The SAP error message SFW459 typically relates to the Software Update Manager (SUM) and the Software Framework (SFW) in the context of SAP S/4HANA. The message indicates an issue with the status of an automatic switch, which is a component of the SAP system that manages the activation and deactivation of features or functionalities.
  
  Cause:
  The error message SFW459 with the status "&1" suggests that there is a problem with the automatic switch configuration. The status could indicate various issues, such as:
  
  The switch is not activated or deactivated as expected.
  There may be inconsistencies in the switch settings.
  The system might be in a state that does not allow the switch to be changed (e.g., during a system upgrade or maintenance).
  There could be missing dependencies or prerequisites for the switch to be activated.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SFW459 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Status of the Switch:
  
  Use transaction code SFW5 to check the status