How To Fix SGT_01841 - Feature not available; business function &1 not active in the system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SGT_01 - SGT_01

• Message number: 841

• Message text: Feature not available; business function &1 not active in the system

What causes this issue?

This feature is not available in the system as the business function is
not activated.

System Response

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?

Contact the system administrator to activate the business function in
the system.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SGT_01841 - Feature not available; business function &1 not active in the system ?

  The SAP error message SGT_01841 indicates that a specific feature is not available because the corresponding business function is not active in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's enhancement packages, where certain functionalities are tied to specific business functions that need to be activated.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are trying to use a feature or functionality that is part of a business function that has not been activated in your SAP system.
  The business function indicated by &1 in the error message is not enabled, which means that the system does not recognize or support the requested feature.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to activate the relevant business function. Here are the steps to do so:
  
  
  Identify the Business Function: Check the error message for the specific business function name indicated by &1. This will tell you which function needs to be activated.
  
  
  Access the Business Function Activation:
  
  Go to transaction code SFW5 (Business Function Activation).
  In the Business Function Activation screen, you will see a list of available business functions.
  
  
  
  Activate the Business Function:
  
  Find the business function that corresponds to the one mentioned in the error message.
  Select the checkbox next to the business function to activate it.
  Save your changes.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes (if necessary): If you are working in a development environment, you may need to transport the changes to your quality assurance or production environment.
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Some business functions may have dependencies on other functions or components. Ensure that any required prerequisites are also activated.
  
  
  Test the Functionality: After activation, test the functionality that was previously causing the error to ensure that it now works as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional information or specific instructions related to the business function you are activating.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for the specific business function to understand its features and any configuration that may be required after activation.
  System Version: Ensure that your SAP system is on a version that supports the business function you are trying to activate, as some functions may only be available in certain versions or enhancement packages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SGT_01841 error and enable the desired functionality in your SAP system.