How To Fix E2023 - & is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E2 - DE Data Dictionary

• Message number: 023

• Message text: & is not active

What causes this issue?

The specified object either does not exist in the ABAP/4 Dictionary or
was not activated there.

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?

Check your entry. If necessary, activate the object.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E2023 - & is not active ?

  The SAP error message E2023 typically indicates that a certain object, such as a program, function module, or transaction, is not active in the system. This can occur for various reasons, including changes made to the object that have not been activated or issues with the transport of the object.
  Cause:
  
  Object Not Activated: The most common cause is that the object (like a report, function module, or class) has been modified but not 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 exist in the development environment but not in the production environment.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or activate the object.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Object:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE80 for Object Navigator, SE38 for ABAP programs).
  Locate the object that is causing the error.
  Activate the object by selecting it and clicking on the "Activate" button (or using the shortcut Ctrl+F3).
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the object was transported, ensure that the transport request was successfully imported into the target system.
  Use transaction SE09 or SE10 to check the status of transport requests.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Sometimes, other objects that the current object depends on may not be active. Ensure that all related objects are also activated.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to activate and execute the object. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Recompile:
  
  In some cases, recompiling the object can resolve the issue. This can be done by editing the object and saving it again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE38: ABAP Editor
  SE09/SE10: Transport Organizer
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues related to the error message E2023. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.