How To Fix SIC_NORM_ENGINE098 - Conditional rule &1 has status "unchecked"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIC_NORM_ENGINE - Messages from normalization engine

• Message number: 098

• Message text: Conditional rule &1 has status "unchecked"

What causes this issue?

Conditional rule &V1& has status "unchecked".

System Response

The rule is checked every time it is executed. This results in a loss of
performance at runtime.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the rule in Customizing of the conditional rule with function
"Check" and set the correct status.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SIC_NORM_ENGINE098 - Conditional rule &1 has status "unchecked" ?

  The SAP error message SIC_NORM_ENGINE098 indicates that a conditional rule in the SAP system has a status of "unchecked." This typically occurs in the context of the SAP normalization engine, which is used for data validation and normalization processes.
  Cause:
  The "unchecked" status usually means that the conditional rule has not been validated or activated properly. This can happen due to several reasons, including:
  
  Incomplete Configuration: The rule may not have been fully configured or saved correctly.
  Missing Dependencies: The rule might depend on other rules or conditions that are not met or are also unchecked.
  Transport Issues: If the rule was transported from another system, it may not have been activated in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to check or activate the rule.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Rule Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction code SICF for the normalization engine).
  Locate the conditional rule in question and review its configuration.
  Ensure that all necessary fields and conditions are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Validate the Rule:
  
  If the rule is not validated, look for an option to check or validate the rule within the configuration screen.
  Activate the rule if it is in an inactive state.
  
  
  
  Review Dependencies:
  
  Check if the rule has dependencies on other rules or conditions. Ensure that all related rules are also activated and checked.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the rule was transported, ensure that the transport request was completed successfully and that the rule is activated in the target system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to manage and activate rules in the normalization engine.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the normalization engine and conditional rules.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SICF (for normalization rules) and SICN (for normalization engine).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the normalization engine and conditional rules that might provide additional insights or fixes.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the "unchecked" status and take appropriate action to resolve the error.