How To Fix AD241 - Specify an active pool/cluster

AD241 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 241

• Message text: Specify an active pool/cluster

What causes this issue?

You have specified a pool/cluster that is not active in the ABAP/4
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?

Activate the pool/cluster.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD241 - Specify an active pool/cluster ?

  The SAP error message AD241, which states "Specify an active pool/cluster," typically occurs in the context of SAP systems when there is an issue related to the configuration of the application server or the connection to the database. This error is often associated with the use of SAP's Application Server and can arise in various scenarios, such as when trying to connect to a database or when configuring a new instance.
  
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Pool/Cluster: The error usually indicates that the specified pool or cluster is not active. This could be due to misconfiguration or the pool/cluster not being started.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration files (like instance profile or SAP GUI settings) that do not point to an active instance.
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity problems preventing the application server from reaching the database or other required services.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to