How To Fix DAAG_DESIGNTIME017 - Switch &1 is off; data management object &2 deactivated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DAAG_DESIGNTIME - Message Class for Data Aging Design Time

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Switch &1 is off; data management object &2 deactivated

What causes this issue?

Data aging object &V2& was active even though switch &V1& was turned
off. This is possible if the switch was turn off <ZH>after</> the data
aging object was activated.

System Response

Data aging object &V2& was deactivated. Without an active switch, you
<ZH>cannot</> activate a data aging object.

How to fix this error?

Turn on the &V1& switch and to be able to activate data aging object
&V2& again.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DAAG_DESIGNTIME017 - Switch &1 is off; data management object &2 deactivated ?

  The SAP error message DAAG_DESIGNTIME017 indicates that a specific switch (identified by &1) is turned off, which has resulted in the deactivation of a data management object (identified by &2). This error typically arises in the context of data management or data modeling within SAP systems, particularly when working with data flows, data sources, or data targets.
  Cause:
  
  Switch Configuration: The error is primarily caused by a configuration issue where a required switch is turned off. This switch may control the activation of certain features or functionalities within the SAP system.
  Deactivated Data Management Object: The specific data management object (like a data source, data target, or transformation) is deactivated due to the switch being off, which prevents it from being used in data processing or modeling tasks.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Switch Status: 
  
  Use transaction code RSCUSTV10 or RSCUSTV20 to check the status of the relevant switch. You will need to identify the switch mentioned in the error message (&1).
  If the switch is indeed off and you require it to be on for your operations, you can change its status to "on".
  
  
  
  Activate Data Management Object:
  
  Once the switch is turned on, you may need to reactivate the data management object (&2) that was deactivated. This can typically be done through the relevant transaction or by using the Data Warehousing Workbench.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review the SAP documentation or notes related to the specific switch and data management object to understand the implications of changing the switch and to ensure that it aligns with your system's requirements.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests: If you are working in a development environment, ensure that any changes made to the switch or data management object are properly transported to the quality assurance and production environments.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for this error message.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide further insight into the issue.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message DAAG_DESIGNTIME017 and restore the functionality of the affected data management object.