How To Fix AD958 - Active version of & does not contain values

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 958

• Message text: Active version of & does not contain values

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD958 - Active version of & does not contain values ?

  The SAP error message AD958 indicates that the active version of a particular object (usually a data element, domain, or similar) does not contain any values. This can occur in various contexts, such as when working with data elements in ABAP or when dealing with configuration settings in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Values: The active version of the object does not have any values defined. This could happen if the object was created but not populated with any data.
  Transport Issues: If the object was transported from one system to another, it might not have been properly activated or the values were not included in the transport.
  Versioning Issues: There may be multiple versions of the object, and the active version is not the one that contains the necessary values.
  Configuration Errors: In some cases, the configuration settings may not have been set up correctly, leading to the absence of values.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Definition: Go to the object in question (e.g., data element, domain) and check if it has values defined. If not, you will need to create or populate the necessary values.
  Activate the Correct Version: If there are multiple versions, ensure that the correct version containing the values is activated.
  Transport Request: If the object was transported, check the transport request to ensure that it included all necessary data and that it was successfully imported into the target system.
  Recreate Values: If the values are missing, you may need to recreate them manually or restore them from a backup if available.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant SAP documentation or notes related to the specific object type to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SE37 (Function Module) to investigate the object further.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.