How To Fix 56490 - Activation of BC Set &1 was terminated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 56 - HR TRAVEL: Messages for Trip Costs Dialog

• Message number: 490

• Message text: Activation of BC Set &1 was terminated

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What causes this issue?

The program PTRV_TRAVEL_EXISTS has tried to set the Travel Management
Extension (EA-TRV) to active. This process triggers the activation of
BC Set &v1&. The activation of this BC Set was terminated and the data
contained in the BC set was not written to the database, or it was only
partially saved.

System Response

The application could not be fully activated. This means that some of
the functions may not be activated or may not be available for use.

How to fix this error?

Note down the name of the BC Set that caused processing to be
terminated (&v1&). Call up Transaction SCPR20 in client &v2& and enter
the name of the BC set. From here, goto the log display (CTRL + F2).
Once you have evaluated the information in the log and corrected any
problems that occurred you have to restart the activation of the BC set
in Transaction SCPR20. To do this, return to the initial screen for
Transaction SCPR20 and choose F7.
You do not need to restart program PTRV_TRAVEL_EXISTS.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 56490 - Activation of BC Set &1 was terminated ?

  The SAP error message "56490 Activation of BC Set &1 was terminated" typically occurs during the activation of a Business Configuration Set (BC Set) in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Dependencies: The BC Set may depend on other configuration settings or objects that are not activated or are missing.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration settings that the BC Set is trying to activate.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to activate the BC Set may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  Technical Errors: There could be technical issues such as system performance problems, database locks, or other system-related errors.
  Incorrect BC Set: The BC Set itself may be incorrectly defined or corrupted.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Dependencies: Ensure that all required dependencies for the BC Set are activated. Review the documentation for the BC Set to identify any prerequisites.
  Review Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into what went wrong during the activation process.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to activate the BC Set. You may need to consult with your security team to ensure proper roles are assigned.
  Data Consistency: Perform a consistency check on the relevant configuration settings to ensure there are no inconsistencies. You can use transaction codes like SPRO or SNOTE to check for issues.
  Recreate the BC Set: If the BC Set appears to be corrupted, consider recreating it or restoring it from a backup if available.
  System Performance: If the error is due to system performance, consider running the activation during off-peak hours or checking for any locks in the database that may be causing the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may find it useful to use transaction codes like SIMG, SPRO, or SNOTE to navigate through configuration settings and notes related to the BC Set.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.