How To Fix CACHE_REACTIVATION004 - Cache definition for &1 &2 already exists; re-activation is not required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CACHE_REACTIVATION - Message class for CDS View Cache Reactivation

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Cache definition for &1 &2 already exists; re-activation is not required

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CACHE_REACTIVATION004 - Cache definition for &1 &2 already exists; re-activation is not required ?

  The SAP error message CACHE_REACTIVATION004 indicates that there is an attempt to reactivate a cache definition that already exists in the system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP applications that utilize caching mechanisms to improve performance by storing frequently accessed data.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  A cache definition (identified by the parameters &1 and &2) is already active in the system.
  The system is trying to reactivate or redefine this cache, which is unnecessary since it is already defined and active.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Cache Definitions: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SICF or SICF_LOG to check the existing cache definitions. Ensure that the cache you are trying to reactivate is indeed already defined.
  
  
  
  Avoid Redundant Reactivation:
  
  If you are trying to reactivate a cache definition programmatically or through a configuration, ensure that the logic does not attempt to reactivate an already active cache. You may need to