How To Fix CDESK_MESSAGES108 - Buffer is not activated; the function is not executed

CDESK_MESSAGES108 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CDESK_MESSAGES - Messages in CAD Desktop Environment

• Message number: 108

• Message text: Buffer is not activated; the function is not executed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CDESK_MESSAGES108 - Buffer is not activated; the function is not executed ?

  The SAP error message CDESK_MESSAGES108 ("Buffer is not activated; the function is not executed") typically indicates that a certain function or operation cannot be executed because the necessary buffer is not activated. This can occur in various contexts within SAP, particularly when dealing with data that requires buffering for performance optimization.
  Causes:
  
  Buffering Not Activated: The most common cause is that the buffering for the relevant table or data object has not been activated in the SAP system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that prevent the buffer from being activated.
  Data Consistency Issues: If there are inconsistencies in the data or if the data has not been properly loaded into the buffer, this error can occur.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, insufficient authorizations can prevent the activation of buffers.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Activate Buffering:
  
  Check the relevant table or data object in the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11).
  Ensure that buffering is activated for the table. You can