How To Fix /SMB/BB_BUILDER018 - Building Block &1: Required business function &2 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/BB_BUILDER -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Building Block &1: Required business function &2 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/BB_BUILDER018 - Building Block &1: Required business function &2 not found ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/BB_BUILDER018 indicates that a required business function is not found when trying to build or activate a building block in the SAP system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Business ByDesign or SAP S/4HANA, where building blocks are used to extend or customize the standard functionality.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Business Function: The specified business function (&2) is not activated in the system. This could be due to the function not being included in the current system configuration or version.
  Incorrect Configuration: The building block (&1) may be incorrectly configured or may depend on a business function that is not available in your current system setup.
  System Version: The business function may not be available in the version of SAP you are using, or it may require a specific enhancement package that is not installed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Business Function Activation:
  
  Go to the transaction code SFW5 (Business Function Activation).
  Check if the required business function (&2) is listed and activated. If it is not activated, you may need to activate it.
  
  
  
  Review Building Block Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the building block (&1) is correctly configured and that all dependencies are met.
  Check the documentation for the building block to see if there are any prerequisites or specific configurations required.
  
  
  
  System Version and Enhancement Packages:
  
  Verify that your system is on the correct version and has the necessary enhancement packages installed that include the required business function.
  If the business function is not available in your current version, consider upgrading your system or applying the necessary enhancement packages.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any steps you have already taken.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SFW5: Business Function Activation
  SICF: Activate/Deactivate Services
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation related to the specific building block and business functions.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.