How To Fix FDT_SERVICE205 - Cannot activate object &1 due to erroneous referenced objects

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_SERVICE - Formula & Derivation Tool: Services

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Cannot activate object &1 due to erroneous referenced objects

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_SERVICE205 - Cannot activate object &1 due to erroneous referenced objects ?

  The SAP error message FDT_SERVICE205 indicates that there is an issue with activating a specific object due to problems with one or more referenced objects. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Fiori or SAP UI5 applications, particularly when dealing with the Fiori Design Time (FDT) framework.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Missing or Inactive Referenced Objects: The object you are trying to activate may reference other objects (like data elements, domains, or other UI components) that are either missing or not activated.
  
  
  Inconsistent Object State: The referenced objects may be in an inconsistent state, such as being in a transport request that has not been released or activated.
  
  
  Dependency Issues: There may be dependencies between objects that are not met, leading to activation failure.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the objects are part of a transport request, there may be issues with the transport itself, such as missing objects in