How To Fix AD458 - & & & was not activated ( & )

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 458

• Message text: & & & was not activated ( & )

What causes this issue?

The ABAP/4 Dictionary object was not activated. This message is followed
by the error number from table T100. This message from T100 is
displayed again in plain text in the next line.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD458 - & & & was not activated ( & ) ?

  The SAP error message AD458 typically indicates that a specific object (like a transport request, program, or function module) was not activated in the system. This can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Dependencies: The object you are trying to activate may depend on other objects that have not been activated or are in an inconsistent state.
  Transport Issues: If the object is part of a transport request, there may be issues with the transport itself, such as it not being imported correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to activate the object may not have the necessary authorizations.
  System Errors: There may be underlying system issues or inconsistencies in the database that prevent activation.
  Development Environment: If you are working in a development environment, the object may not have been properly saved or activated in the development system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dependencies: Ensure that all dependent objects are activated. You can use transaction SE80 or SE11 to check for dependencies.
  Re-activate the Object: Try to manually activate the object again using transaction SE80 or SE38.
  Check Transport Logs: If the object is part of a transport request, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate what went wrong during the import.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to activate the object. You may need to consult with your security team.
  System Consistency Check: Run consistency checks in the system to identify any underlying issues. You can use transaction SE14 for database consistency checks.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP Notes can provide patches or workarounds for known issues.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE80 (Object Navigator), SE38 (ABAP Editor), SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility).
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to error AD458 for any specific fixes or recommendations.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for information on activation processes and dependencies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AD458 error and implement a solution to activate the object successfully.