How To Fix DHBAS_UTIL103 - Artifact &1 is either not activated or contains syntax errors

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DHBAS_UTIL - Message Class for DHBASIS_UTIL

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Artifact &1 is either not activated or contains syntax errors

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DHBAS_UTIL103 - Artifact &1 is either not activated or contains syntax errors ?

  The SAP error message DHBAS_UTIL103 indicates that an artifact (such as a program, function module, or class) is either not activated or contains syntax errors. This error typically occurs when you try to execute or use an object that has not been properly activated in the SAP system.
  Causes:
  
  Not Activated: The artifact has not been activated. In SAP, objects must be activated to be executable.
  Syntax Errors: The artifact contains syntax errors that prevent it from being activated.
  Transport Issues: If the object was transported from another system, it may not have been activated in the target system.
  Development Environment: The object may be in a development environment and not yet moved to a production environment.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Activate the Artifact:
  
  Go to the ABAP Workbench (transaction SE80 or SE38).
  Locate the artifact (program, function module, class, etc.).
  Check if it is activated. If not, activate it by selecting the object and clicking on the "Activate" button (or using the shortcut Ctrl+F3).
  
  
  
  Check for Syntax Errors:
  
  Open the artifact in the ABAP editor (transaction SE38 or SE80).
  Use the "Check" function (Ctrl+F2) to identify any syntax errors.
  Correct any errors found and then activate the object again.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the object was transported, ensure that the transport request was successfully imported and that the object is activated in the target system.
  
  
  
  Review Dependencies:
  
  Check if the artifact has dependencies on other objects that may also need to be activated.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the error persists, consider debugging the program or checking the logs for more detailed error messages.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE38: ABAP Editor
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE37: Function Module
  SE24: Class Builder
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific artifact or error message.
  
  
  Development Guidelines: Follow best practices for development in SAP to minimize syntax errors and ensure proper activation of objects.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DHBAS_UTIL103 error and ensure that your artifacts are properly activated and free of syntax errors.