How To Fix GH078 - Index & for table & is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GH - Help functions and tools in FI-SL

• Message number: 078

• Message text: Index & for table & is not active

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Activate index & for table & directly in the Data Dictionary.
<DS:TRAN.SE14>Activate index</>

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GH078 - Index & for table & is not active ?

  The SAP error message GH078 indicates that an index for a specific table is not active. This can occur for various reasons, such as the index being deactivated, the table being in a state that does not allow the index to be used, or issues related to database consistency.
  Cause:
  
  Index Deactivation: The index may have been manually deactivated or not created properly.
  Database Issues: There may be underlying database issues that prevent the index from being activated.
  Table Changes: Changes to the table structure (like adding or removing fields) may require the index to be rebuilt.
  Transport Issues: If the table or index was transported from another system, it may not have been activated correctly in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Index Status:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the status of the index.
  Enter the table name and check the indexes associated with it.
  
  
  
  Activate the Index:
  
  If the index is inactive, you can activate it by selecting the index and choosing the option to activate it.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SE14 (Database Utility) to activate the index.
  
  
  
  Rebuild the Index:
  
  If the index is corrupted or not functioning properly, you may need to rebuild it. This can also be done through transaction SE14.
  Choose the option to "Rebuild" the index.
  
  
  
  Check for Table Changes:
  
  If there have been recent changes to the table structure, ensure that all related indexes are updated accordingly.
  
  
  
  Database Consistency Check:
  
  Run a consistency check on the database to identify any underlying issues that may be affecting the index.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all objects related to the table and index were transported correctly and activated in the target system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE14: Database Utility
  SE78: Transport Organizer
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific error message or table.
  Database Administration: Consult with your database administrator if there are persistent issues, as they may need to check the database logs or perform maintenance tasks.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GH078 error and ensure that the index for the specified table is active and functioning correctly.