How To Fix >9021 - View &1 is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >9 - Messages for TAS

• Message number: 021

• Message text: View &1 is not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >9021 - View &1 is not active ?

  The SAP error message "9021 View &1 is not active" typically indicates that a database view in the SAP system is not currently active. This can happen for several reasons, such as changes made to the underlying tables or the view itself not being activated after a modification.
  Causes:
  
  View Not Activated: The view has not been activated after it was created or modified.
  Changes in Underlying Tables: If the tables that the view is based on have been changed (e.g., fields added or removed), the view may need to be reactivated.
  Transport Issues: If the view was transported from one system to another, it may not have been activated in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the view, leading to the perception that it is inactive.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Activate the View:
  
  Go to transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Enter the name of the view that is causing the error.
  Check if the view is inactive. If it is, activate it by clicking on the "Activate" button (or pressing Ctrl+F3).
  
  
  
  Check Underlying Tables:
  
  Ensure that all the tables that the view depends on are active and correctly defined.
  If there have been changes to these tables, you may need to reactivate the view.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the view was transported, ensure that it has been activated in the target system.
  Check the transport logs for any errors related to the view.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the view.
  Check the roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors:
  
  Use transaction SE11 to check for any syntax errors or issues in the view definition.
  If there are errors, resolve them and then reactivate the view.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary for viewing and activating database objects.
  SE14: Database Utility for managing database objects.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific view or error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on views and their management.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.