How To Fix EA351 - Segment &1 has a repository structure in state &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EA - IDoc Basis Messages

• Message number: 351

• Message text: Segment &1 has a repository structure in state &2

What causes this issue?

The repository structure assigned to segment '&v1&' has status '&v2&'.
A consistent segment has a structure that has status 'Active'.

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?

If the structure does not have status 'Active', please save the segment
again, thus activating the structure. If there are problems with
activation, please refer to the activation log that you can view via
dictionary maintenance.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EA351 - Segment &1 has a repository structure in state &2 ?

  The SAP error message EA351 indicates that a segment in a repository structure is in a state that is not compatible with the operation you are trying to perform. The message typically includes two placeholders: &1 for the segment name and &2 for the state of the repository structure (e.g., "active", "inactive", "in development", etc.).
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Inconsistent State: The segment may be in a state that does not allow for the operation you are attempting (e.g., trying to activate or modify a segment that is currently inactive or in development).
  Transport Issues: If the segment is part of a transport request that has not been released or imported correctly, it may lead to this error.
  Development Environment: If you are working in a development environment, the segment may not have been properly activated or may have dependencies that are not met.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EA351 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Segment State: Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to check the state of the segment. Ensure that it is in the correct state for the operation you want to perform.
  
  
  Activate the Segment: If the segment is in an inactive state, try to activate it. You can do this by selecting the segment and choosing the "Activate" option.
  
  
  Review Transport Requests: If the segment is part of a transport request, ensure that the request is released and imported correctly into the target system.
  
  
  Dependencies: Check for any dependencies that the segment may have. Ensure that all related objects are also in the correct state.
  
  
  Development Class: If you are working in a development class, ensure that the class is properly set up and that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific segment or repository structure you are working with.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module), SE24 (Class Builder).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the EA351 error.
  Authorization Issues: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the actions on the segment.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.