How To Fix CONT_TOOLS331 - BCT: InfoSet cannot be activated because objects have been changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CONT_TOOLS - Message for BI Content Tools German

• Message number: 331

• Message text: BCT: InfoSet cannot be activated because objects have been changed

What causes this issue?

Objects that are joined in the InfoSet have changed or were deleted.
The InfoSet can therefore no longer be activated.

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?

Adjust the InfoSet for the deleted/changed objects. Using transaction
rsiset, you can compare the InfoProvider for the InfoSet (Menu: InfoSet
--> Compare). You will then need to activate the InfoSet again.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CONT_TOOLS331 - BCT: InfoSet cannot be activated because objects have been changed ?

  The SAP error message CONT_TOOLS331 indicates that an InfoSet cannot be activated because some objects related to it have been changed. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP BusinessObjects when there are inconsistencies or changes in the underlying data sources or structures that the InfoSet relies on.
  Cause:
  
  Changes in Data Sources: If the underlying tables, views, or other data sources that the InfoSet is based on have been modified (e.g., fields added, removed, or changed), the InfoSet may not be able to activate until these changes are resolved.
  Inconsistent Metadata: If there are inconsistencies in the metadata definitions, such as field types or lengths that do not match, this can prevent activation.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoSet or its related objects were transported from one system to another, there may be discrepancies that need to be addressed.
  Dependencies: Other objects that the InfoSet depends on may have been changed or are in an inconsistent state.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dependencies: Review the InfoSet and its dependencies to identify any changes that have been made to the underlying objects. You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to check the definitions of the related objects.
  Re-activate Related Objects: If you find that related objects have been changed, try reactivating them first. This may resolve the issue and allow the InfoSet to be activated.
  Adjust the InfoSet: If the changes to the underlying objects are intentional, you may need to adjust the InfoSet to accommodate these changes. This could involve modifying the fields or structure of the InfoSet.
  Check for Transport Issues: If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all related objects were transported correctly and are in sync.
  Use Transaction RSRT: You can use transaction RSRT to check the InfoSet and see if there are any specific errors or warnings that can guide you in resolving the issue.
  Consult Logs: Check the activation logs for more detailed error messages that can provide insight into what specifically is causing the activation to fail.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11, SE80, RSRT, and RSA1 (for InfoProviders).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the specific error message or similar issues. SAP Notes often provide solutions or workarounds for known problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on InfoSets and data modeling to understand the requirements and constraints for activation.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or BW team for further assistance, as they may have additional tools or insights to help resolve the issue.