How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_UI285 - The table is not in active status, activate it in BRFplus workbench

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_UI - Revenue Accounting - Contract UI

• Message number: 285

• Message text: The table is not in active status, activate it in BRFplus workbench

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_UI285 - The table is not in active status, activate it in BRFplus workbench ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_UI285 indicates that a specific table required for the functionality of the BRFplus (Business Rule Framework plus) is not in an active status. This typically occurs when the table has not been activated or is in a state that prevents it from being used in the application.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Table: The table referenced in the error message is not activated in the BRFplus workbench. This can happen if the table was created but not activated, or if there were changes made to the table that require reactivation.
  Transport Issues: If the table was transported from another system, it might not have been activated in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to activate the table.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access BRFplus Workbench:
  
  Go to the BRFplus workbench by using transaction code BRF+ or navigating through the SAP menu.
  
  
  
  Locate the Table:
  
  In the BRFplus workbench, find the specific table that is mentioned in the error message. You may need to search for it by name or ID.
  
  
  
  Activate the Table:
  
  Once you have located the table, check its status. If it is inactive, you will need to activate it. Look for an option to activate or publish the table.
  Follow the prompts to complete the activation process.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no dependencies or related objects that also need to be activated.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  If you encounter issues during activation, verify that you have the necessary authorizations. You may need to contact your SAP security team to ensure you have the right permissions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After activation, test the functionality that was previously causing the error to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BRFplus Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the BRFplus documentation for more details on managing tables and rules.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide context for the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.