diff --git a/openedx/core/djangoapps/discussions/tests/test_views.py b/openedx/core/djangoapps/discussions/tests/test_views.py
index 165a5d40a37..1429f205dd6 100644
--- a/openedx/core/djangoapps/discussions/tests/test_views.py
+++ b/openedx/core/djangoapps/discussions/tests/test_views.py
@@ -398,7 +398,10 @@ def test_enabled_configuration(self, payload):
         self._post(payload)
 
         data = self.get()
-        assert data['enabled'] and not self.course.is_hidden
+        for tab in self.course.tabs:
+            if tab.tab_id == 'discussion':
+                assert data['enabled'] and not self.course.is_hidden
+                break
 
     def test_change_plugin_configuration(self):
         """