How To Fix BFITOOL062 - The structure &1 is not active in ABAP Dictionary

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BFITOOL - FI: Messages for General Tools

• Message number: 062

• Message text: The structure &1 is not active in ABAP Dictionary

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BFITOOL062 - The structure &1 is not active in ABAP Dictionary ?

  The SAP error message BFITOOL062 indicates that a specific structure in the ABAP Dictionary is not active. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when you are trying to use a structure in a program, function module, or other ABAP objects, but the structure has not been activated or has been modified and needs to be reactivated.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Structure: The structure you are trying to use has not been activated in the ABAP Dictionary.
  Changes Made: If changes were made to the structure (e.g., adding or removing fields), it may need to be reactivated.
  Transport Issues: If the structure was transported from another system, it may not have been activated in the target system.
  Development Environment: The structure might exist in a development environment but not in the production environment.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Structure:
  
  Go to the ABAP Dictionary (transaction code SE11).
  Enter the name of the structure that is causing the error.
  Check if the structure is inactive. If it is, activate it by clicking on the "Activate" button (or pressing Ctrl + F3).
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that any dependent objects (like tables or views that use this structure) are also activated.
  
  
  
  Transport Request:
  
  If the structure was recently transported, ensure that the transport request was successfully imported and activated in the target system.
  
  
  
  Check for Modifications:
  
  If the structure has been modified, ensure that all changes are saved and activated.
  
  
  
  Recheck the Program/Function:
  
  After activating the structure, recheck the program or function module that was generating the error to ensure it can now access the structure.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary (for structures, tables, etc.)
  SE80: Object Navigator (to check for related objects)
  
  
  
  ABAP Dictionary: The ABAP Dictionary is a central repository for all data definitions in SAP. It includes definitions for tables, views, data elements, domains, and structures.
  
  
  Activation Process: When you create or modify an object in the ABAP Dictionary, it must be activated to be usable in programs and other objects. Activation compiles the definitions and makes them available for runtime.
  
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider checking the SAP Notes or consulting with your SAP Basis or ABAP development team for further assistance.