How To Fix AD028 - Domain & is not active (check name)

AD028 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Domain & is not active (check name)

What causes this issue?

The domain of the data element is either not active or else does not
exist in the ABAP/4 Data Dictionary.

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?

Create or activate the domain as necessary. Press F2 to branch directly
to domain maintenance where you can carry out the required actions.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD028 - Domain & is not active (check name) ?

  The SAP error message AD028 indicates that a specified domain is not active. This error typically occurs when you are trying to use a domain that has not been defined or activated in the SAP system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Domain Not Defined: The domain you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Domain Not Active: The domain exists but is not currently active. This can happen if the domain has been deactivated or if there are issues with its configuration.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the domain name you are trying to reference.
  Transport Issues: If the domain was recently transported from another system, it may not have been activated properly in the target system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Domain Definition:
  
  Go to transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Enter the domain name in the "Domain" field and check if it exists.
  If it does not exist,