How To Fix /SMB/ANC_SCE_LOCK004 - ANC/SCE indicator is already inactive

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/ANC_SCE_LOCK -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: ANC/SCE indicator is already inactive

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/ANC_SCE_LOCK004 - ANC/SCE indicator is already inactive ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/ANC_SCE_LOCK004 ANC/SCE indicator is already inactive typically occurs in the context of the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or Supply Chain Management (SCM) modules. This error indicates that an attempt was made to activate a specific indicator (in this case, the ANC/SCE indicator) that is already in an inactive state.
  Cause:
  
  Indicator Status: The primary cause of this error is that the ANC/SCE indicator you are trying to activate is already set to inactive in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that prevent the activation of the indicator.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to change the status of the indicator.
  System Logic: The business logic or process flow may dictate that the indicator should remain inactive under certain conditions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Indicator Status: Verify the current status of the ANC/SCE indicator in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Activate the Indicator: If the indicator needs to be active for your process, you can manually change its status to active. This is typically done in the configuration settings for the specific module you are working with.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration settings related to the ANC/SCE indicator are correctly set up. This may involve checking the customizing settings in the SAP system.
  User Permissions: Ensure that the user attempting to activate the indicator has the necessary authorizations. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant SAP documentation or notes that may provide additional context or specific steps for resolving this issue.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help you navigate to the configuration settings, such as SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) for customizing settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the ANC/SCE indicator or the specific error message. SAP Notes often contain important information about known issues and their resolutions.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed. Other users may have encountered the same error and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message regarding the ANC/SCE indicator in your SAP system.