How To Fix TK802 - This function is only active in an SAP development system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TK - Transport Organizer

• Message number: 802

• Message text: This function is only active in an SAP development system

What causes this issue?

The system has been configured as a customer system. The report/
function module/transaction called can only be used effectively in an
SAP development system.

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 your system administrator.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TK802 - This function is only active in an SAP development system ?

  The SAP error message TK802, which states "This function is only active in an SAP development system," typically occurs when you attempt to perform certain actions that are restricted to development environments. This is a safeguard to prevent changes in production or quality assurance systems that could lead to instability or data integrity issues.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to execute a function or transaction that is only permitted in a development system (e.g., creating or modifying objects like programs, function modules, or other development artifacts).
  You are in a production or quality assurance system and attempt to access development-related functionalities.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following approaches:
  
  
  Use the Correct System: Ensure that you are logged into a development system (DEV) if you need to perform development activities. If you are in a production (PRD) or quality assurance (QAS) system, switch to the development system.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: If you believe you should have access to the function in the current system, check your user authorizations. You may need to contact your SAP Basis or security team to verify your roles and permissions.
  
  
  Transport Requests: If you need to make changes in a production or quality assurance system, make the changes in the development system and then transport the changes through the appropriate transport requests to the target system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis team for specific guidelines on the functions you are trying to access and their intended environments.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Development System: This is where developers create and test new functionalities. It is separate from production and quality assurance systems to ensure stability and integrity.
  Transport Management System (TMS): This is used to move changes from the development system to the quality assurance and production systems.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or updates regarding this error message.
  
  If you continue to face issues or if the error message appears in unexpected scenarios, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.