How To Fix DDUT1406 - &1: Inactive DD source exists; no automatic repairs possible

DDUT1406 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DDUT1 - DD: Various Dictionary Utility Programs

• Message number: 406

• Message text: &1: Inactive DD source exists; no automatic repairs possible

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DDUT1406 - Details

• The SAP error message DDUT1406 indicates that there is an inactive Data Dictionary (DD) source in the system, and as a result, automatic repairs cannot be performed. This typically occurs when there are inconsistencies or issues with the Data Dictionary objects, such as tables, views, or data elements.
  
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Data Dictionary Objects: The error usually arises when there are inactive objects in the Data Dictionary that need to be activated or repaired.
  Transport Issues: If a transport request containing changes to Data Dictionary objects was not properly imported or was interrupted, it could lead to inconsistencies.
  Manual Changes: Manual changes to the Data Dictionary objects that were not followed by activation can also cause this issue.
  System Upgrade or Migration: Sometimes, during system upgrades or migrations, certain objects may become inactive or inconsistent.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Inactive Objects:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check for inactive objects.
  Identify the inactive objects and activate them. You can