How To Fix DD_RUNTIMEOBJ020 - Could not read inactive runtime object for &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DD_RUNTIMEOBJ - ABAP Dictionary: Runtime object related messages

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Could not read inactive runtime object for &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DD_RUNTIMEOBJ020 - Could not read inactive runtime object for &1 ?

  The SAP error message DD_RUNTIMEOBJ020 indicates that the system is unable to read an inactive runtime object for a specified object (denoted by &1). This typically occurs when there is an attempt to access a data dictionary object (like a table, view, or structure) that is not currently active in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Object: The most common cause is that the object in question (e.g., a table or view) has been modified but not activated. Inactive objects cannot be accessed at runtime.
  Transport Issues: If the object was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production) and the transport did not include the activation, this error may occur.
  Database Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the transport directory.
  Development Environment: If you are working in a development environment, the object may have been changed but not activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Object: 
  
  Go to the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11) and check the status of the object. If it is inactive, activate it.
  You can also use transaction SE80 to navigate to the object and activate it from there.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests: 
  
  If the object was transported, ensure that the transport request was completed successfully and that the object is active in the target system.
  Use transaction SE09 or SE10 to check the transport logs.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check: 
  
  Run a consistency check on the database using transaction SE14 to ensure that there are no inconsistencies with the database objects.
  
  
  
  Rebuild the Object: 
  
  If the object is corrupted or has issues, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: 
  
  Sometimes, other objects that depend on the inactive object may also need to be activated. Check for any dependencies and activate them as necessary.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE09/SE10: Transport Organizer
  SE14: Database Utility
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  Documentation: 
  
  Review the SAP documentation for data dictionary objects and their lifecycle, including how to manage activation and transport.
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.