How To Fix FMCA_PSOB251 - Delta extraction for contract object is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCA_PSOB - Contract Object

• Message number: 251

• Message text: Delta extraction for contract object is not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCA_PSOB251 - Delta extraction for contract object is not active ?

  The SAP error message "FMCA_PSOB251 Delta extraction for contract object is not active" typically occurs in the context of SAP's data extraction processes, particularly when dealing with delta extraction for contract objects in the SAP system. This error indicates that the delta extraction process for the specified contract object is not currently active, which can prevent data from being extracted as expected.
  Cause:
  
  Delta Extraction Not Activated: The delta extraction for the specific contract object may not have been activated in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the data source or the extraction setup that prevent the delta mechanism from functioning.
  Data Source Status: The data source related to the contract object might be inactive or not properly set up.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the delta extraction from being executed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate Delta Extraction:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., RSA6 for DataSources) and check if the delta extraction for the contract object is activated. If it is not, activate it.
  Ensure that the delta mechanism is properly configured for the data source.
  
  
  
  Check Data Source Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of the data source in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined.
  Use transaction RSA1 to check the data source and its settings.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors in the Setup:
  
  Review the setup of the InfoPackage and ensure that it is correctly configured to handle delta loads.
  Check for any errors in the process chain or InfoPackage that might indicate why the delta extraction is not functioning.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the delta extraction has the necessary authorizations to perform the operation.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Reinitialize Delta:
  
  If necessary, you may need to reinitialize the delta extraction process. This typically involves performing a full load followed by a delta load.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA6: DataSource overview.
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench.
  RSC3: Monitor delta queue.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on delta extraction processes and configurations.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message FMCA_PSOB251 and successfully activate delta extraction for the contract object in your SAP system.