How To Fix CONT_TOOLS_E212 - Transfer Structure &1 is from Source System &2 but &2 is not ACTIVE.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CONT_TOOLS_E - Messages for BI CONTENT TOOLS

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Transfer Structure &1 is from Source System &2 but &2 is not ACTIVE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CONT_TOOLS_E212 - Transfer Structure &1 is from Source System &2 but &2 is not ACTIVE. ?

  The SAP error message CONT_TOOLS_E212 indicates that there is an issue with a transfer structure that is associated with a source system that is not currently active. This error typically arises in the context of data transfer processes, such as those involving SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP Data Services.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The transfer structure (identified by &1) is linked to a source system (identified by &2) that is not active in the SAP system.
  The source system may have been deactivated or not properly configured, leading to the inability to transfer data from it.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Source System Status:
  
  Go to the SAP GUI and navigate to the transaction code RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench).
  In the left navigation pane, expand the "Source Systems" node and check the status of the source system (&2).
  If the source system is inactive, you will need to activate it.
  
  
  
  Activate the Source System:
  
  If the source system is inactive, you can activate it by right-clicking on the source system and selecting the option to activate it.
  Ensure that the connection parameters and settings for the source system are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Transfer Structure:
  
  Verify that the transfer structure (&1) is correctly defined and associated with the active source system.
  If necessary, you may need to reassign or redefine the transfer structure.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the source system was recently transported or changed, ensure that all necessary transports have been completed successfully.
  
  
  
  Review Logs and Documentation:
  
  Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1 - Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSC1 - Maintain InfoObjects
  RSC2 - Maintain InfoSources
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP BW documentation for best practices on managing source systems and transfer structures.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CONT_TOOLS_E212 error and ensure that your data transfer processes function correctly.