How To Fix DT829 - Appended table & is temporarily partially active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DT - Table activation (incl. indexes)

• Message number: 829

• Message text: Appended table & is temporarily partially active

What causes this issue?

An append was activated for the table without the table itself having
been subsequently activated. The active version of the table is
therefore temporarily set to partly active status. The table will be
activated normally by the mass activating program at a later time.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DT829 - Appended table & is temporarily partially active ?

  The SAP error message DT829, which states that "Appended table & is temporarily partially active," typically occurs when there is an issue with the activation of an appended table in the Data Dictionary (DDIC). This can happen for several reasons, including inconsistencies in the database or issues with the transport of changes.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Activation: The appended table may not have been fully activated, leading to a situation where it is only partially active.
  Transport Issues: If the table was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to quality assurance), there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Database Lock: Sometimes, database locks can prevent the full activation of the table.
  Changes in the Structure: If there were changes made to the structure of the base table or the appended table, it might lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Re-activate the Table:
  
  Go to the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11).
  Find the appended table and try to activate it again. This can often resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Errors:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate what went wrong.
  If necessary, re-transport the object.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check for any database locks that might be preventing the activation. If you find any locks related to the table, you can delete them if they are no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  Use transaction SE14 (Database Utility) to check the consistency of the database objects. This can help identify any inconsistencies that need to be resolved.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that all dependent objects (like views, indexes, etc.) are also activated and consistent.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE14: Database Utility
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  SE03: Transport Organizer Tools (for transport issues)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for relevant SAP Notes that might provide specific guidance or patches related to this error.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for Data Dictionary objects and their management to understand better how to handle such issues.
  
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or consult SAP support for further assistance.