How To Fix DAAG_DESIGNTIME018 - Data management object &1 is active; you cannot change enhancement &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Data management object &1 is active; you cannot change enhancement &2

What causes this issue?

Data aging object &V1& is active. This means that you cannot change
enhancement &V2&. You can change a data aging object <ZH>only</> when it
is deactivated.

System Response

The systems prevents you from changing enhancement &V2&.

How to fix this error?

Deactivate data aging object &V1& to change the enhancement.

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_DESIGNTIME018 - Data management object &1 is active; you cannot change enhancement &2 ?

  The SAP error message DAAG_DESIGNTIME018 indicates that you are trying to change an enhancement (in this case, enhancement &2) that is currently active, and therefore, cannot be modified. This is a common issue when working with enhancements in SAP, particularly in the context of ABAP development and the enhancement framework.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  The enhancement you are trying to modify is active in the system.
  Active enhancements cannot be changed directly to ensure system stability and integrity.
  The system prevents changes to active objects to avoid inconsistencies or disruptions in the application.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Deactivate the Enhancement:
  
  Go to the transaction code SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE84 (Repository Information System).
  Locate the enhancement &2.
  Deactivate the enhancement. This can usually be done by right-clicking on the enhancement and selecting the option to deactivate it.
  
  
  
  Make Your Changes:
  
  Once the enhancement is deactivated, you can proceed to make the necessary changes.
  
  
  
  Reactivate the Enhancement:
  
  After making the changes, reactivate the enhancement to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes (if applicable):
  
  If you are working in a development environment and need to transport the changes to a quality or production environment, ensure that you create a transport request for the changes made.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Enhancement Framework: Understand how the enhancement framework works in SAP. Enhancements allow you to add custom functionality to standard SAP applications without modifying the original code.
  Transport Management System (TMS): If you are working in a multi-system landscape, be aware of how changes are transported between systems.
  Version Control: Keep track of versions of enhancements and changes made to avoid conflicts and ensure proper documentation.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully modify the enhancement as needed.