How To Fix CM_EHENV_MDEF026 - Inactive data collections contain collected values

CM_EHENV_MDEF026 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHENV_MDEF -

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Inactive data collections contain collected values

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHENV_MDEF026 - Inactive data collections contain collected values ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHENV_MDEF026 indicates that there are inactive data collections within the system that still contain collected values. This situation typically arises in the context of SAP's Environment Management or Data Collection functionalities, where data collections are used to gather and manage various metrics or information.
  
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Data Collections: The primary cause of this error is that there are data collections that have been marked as inactive but still hold collected values. This can happen if the data collection was deactivated without first clearing or archiving the collected data.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that allow for data collections to be inactive while still retaining data, leading to inconsistencies.
  System Maintenance: During system maintenance or updates, data collections may become inactive, but the system does not automatically clear the associated data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Inactive Data Collections: Check the list of inactive data collections in your SAP system. Identify which collections are