How To Fix 42206 - Info object is in a non-production folder

42206 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 42 - Information Workbench

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Info object is in a non-production folder

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 42206 - Info object is in a non-production folder ?

  The SAP error message 42206, which states "Info object is in a non-production folder," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) environments. This error indicates that you are trying to use or activate an InfoObject that is located in a non-production folder, which is not allowed in certain scenarios, especially when working with production environments.
  
  Cause:
  
  Non-Production Folder: The InfoObject is stored in a folder designated for development or testing rather than production. SAP has a strict separation between development, quality assurance, and production environments to ensure data integrity and stability.
  Transport Management: The InfoObject may not have been transported to the production environment properly, or it may still be in the development phase.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access objects in the production folder.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Move the InfoObject: If you have the necessary permissions, move the InfoObject from the non-production