How To Fix DGA408 - Reference for &1 not set to active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DGA - DG: Messages for Dangerous Goods Management (A)

• Message number: 408

• Message text: Reference for &1 not set to active

What causes this issue?

You attempted to fill data records in the dangerous goods master with
data from data records in specification management. The dangerous goods
classification assigned to the real substance &V1& is not set to
active.

System Response

The data record is not filled.

How to fix this error?

If necessary, set the <ZK>Active</> indicator on the Usage tab page for
the <ZK>dangerous goods classification</> value assignment type for the
dangerous goods classification.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DGA408 - Reference for &1 not set to active ?

  The SAP error message DGA408 ("Reference for &1 not set to active") typically occurs in the context of data governance or master data management within SAP systems. This error indicates that a reference object (like a master data record) is not set to active, which means that it cannot be used in transactions or processes that require it.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Reference: The most common cause is that the reference object (e.g., a material, vendor, customer, etc.) has been marked as inactive in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that prevent the reference from being activated.
  Data Governance Policies: The organization may have data governance policies that require certain references to be inactive until they are reviewed or approved.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to activate the reference.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Reference:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., MM01 for materials, XK01 for vendors) and check the status of the reference object.
  If it is inactive, you may need to activate it. This usually involves changing the status in the master data record.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to the reference object. Ensure that there are no settings preventing activation.
  
  
  
  Review Data Governance Policies:
  
  If your organization has data governance policies, consult with the data governance team to understand why the reference is inactive and if it can be activated.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to activate the reference. If not, contact your SAP security team to request the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Check SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions related to the reference object in question.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the type of reference, you may use different transaction codes (e.g., MM01, XK01, etc.) to manage master data.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DGA408 error and activate the necessary reference in your SAP system.