How To Fix DBMAN281 - Active version of InfoCube &1 not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DBMAN - Data Manager Message Class

• Message number: 281

• Message text: Active version of InfoCube &1 not available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DBMAN281 - Active version of InfoCube &1 not available ?

  The SAP error message DBMAN281 indicates that the active version of the InfoCube specified is not available. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when working with SAP BW (Business Warehouse) and can be related to issues with data loading, InfoCube activation, or data consistency.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive InfoCube: The InfoCube may not be activated or is in an inactive state.
  Data Load Issues: There may have been issues during the data load process, leading to an incomplete or failed activation of the InfoCube.
  Versioning Issues: The system may be trying to access a version of the InfoCube that has been deleted or is not available in the current context.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoCube was transported from one system to another, it may not have been properly activated in the target system.
  Database Issues: There could be underlying database issues that prevent the InfoCube from being accessed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Activation Status:
  
  Go to the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1).
  Navigate to the InfoCube in question and check its activation status. If it is inactive, activate it.
  
  
  
  Re-activate the InfoCube:
  
  If the InfoCube is already active but still causing issues, try re-activating it. This can sometimes resolve inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Check Data Load:
  
  Review the data load process for the InfoCube. Ensure that the data was loaded successfully and that there are no errors in the process.
  
  
  
  Check for Versioning:
  
  Ensure that the version of the InfoCube you are trying to access is indeed available. You can check this in the InfoCube settings.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the InfoCube was recently transported, ensure that all necessary objects were transported and activated in the target system.
  
  
  
  Database Consistency:
  
  Check for any database issues that might be affecting the InfoCube. This may require assistance from your database administrator.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  Review the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSMO: Monitor Data Loads
  SLG1: Application Log
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific version of SAP BW you are using.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on InfoCubes and data loading processes.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.