How To Fix FDT_DEPLOYMENT041 - Deployment objects with inactive version found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_DEPLOYMENT - Messages for deployment

• Message number: 041

• Message text: Deployment objects with inactive version found

What causes this issue?

You have tried to deploy one or more objects that are currently
inactive. However, only objects in active version can be deployed.

System Response

Inactive objects cannot be deployed.

How to fix this error?

Activate all objects you want to deploy.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_DEPLOYMENT041 - Deployment objects with inactive version found ?

  The SAP error message FDT_DEPLOYMENT041 indicates that there are deployment objects with inactive versions present in the system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Fiori or SAP UI5 applications, where the deployment of certain objects (like UI5 applications, Fiori apps, etc.) is managed through the Fiori Deployment Tool (FDT).
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the presence of deployment objects that have versions that are not active. This can happen due to:
  
  Changes made to the deployment objects that have not been activated.
  Previous versions of the deployment objects that are still present in the system but are not active.
  Incomplete or failed deployment processes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Inactive Versions:
  
  Use the Fiori Deployment Tool or the relevant transaction code to check for the deployment objects that have inactive versions.
  Identify the specific objects that are causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Activate Inactive Versions:
  
  If you find any inactive versions that should be active, activate them. This can usually be done through the Fiori Deployment Tool or the relevant SAP transaction.
  
  
  
  Delete Unused Versions:
  
  If there are old or unused versions that are not needed, consider deleting them to clean up the deployment objects.
  
  
  
  Re-deploy the Objects:
  
  After addressing the inactive versions, try to re-deploy the objects. This can help ensure that the latest active versions are correctly deployed.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no dependencies on the inactive versions that might be causing issues. If there are, you may need to resolve those dependencies first.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the official SAP documentation or notes related to FDT and deployment processes for any specific instructions or troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or solutions for this specific error.
  Fiori Deployment Tool Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the Fiori Deployment Tool and its functionalities to better manage deployment objects.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FDT_DEPLOYMENT041 error and ensure that your deployment objects are correctly managed.