How To Fix BRAIN499 - InfoProvider &1 not activated correctly

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN -

• Message number: 499

• Message text: InfoProvider &1 not activated correctly

What causes this issue?

The InfoProvider &V1& is not correctly activated. A corresponding entry
is missing from the database table RSMDATASTATE.

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?

Reactivate the InfoCube.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN499 - InfoProvider &1 not activated correctly ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN499 indicates that an InfoProvider (such as a DataStore Object, InfoCube, or MultiProvider) has not been activated correctly in the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) system. This can occur for various reasons, and addressing it typically involves a few steps to diagnose and resolve the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Incomplete Activation: The InfoProvider may not have been fully activated due to an error during the activation process.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoProvider was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport that caused it to be incomplete.
  Data Model Changes: Changes made to the underlying data model (like changes in the underlying tables or structures) may not have been reflected in the InfoProvider.
  Missing Dependencies: The InfoProvider may depend on other objects (like InfoObjects or other InfoProviders) that are not activated or are in an inconsistent state.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations can prevent the activation of the InfoProvider.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Re-activate the InfoProvider:
  
  Go to the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1).
  Locate the InfoProvider in question.
  Right-click on it and select "Activate" or "Re-activate".
  Check for any error messages during the activation process.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors in Activation Log:
  
  After attempting to activate, check the activation log for any specific error messages that can provide more details on what went wrong.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that all dependent objects (like InfoObjects, DataSources, etc.) are activated and in a consistent state.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the InfoProvider was transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings.
  You may need to re-transport the object or manually correct any issues.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to activate the InfoProvider. Consult with your SAP security team if needed.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  Use transaction RSA1 to perform a consistency check on the InfoProvider and resolve any inconsistencies found.
  
  
  
  Rebuild the InfoProvider:
  
  As a last resort, if the InfoProvider is still not activating correctly, you may need to delete and recreate it, ensuring that all settings and dependencies are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSRV (Consistency Check), RSTT (Transport Logs).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific version of SAP BW you are using.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on activating InfoProviders and troubleshooting common issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the BRAIN499 error and implement a solution to activate the InfoProvider correctly.