How To Fix GOX_OBJECTS_GENERATE146 - DataSource & must be activated using transaction BWA5

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GOX_OBJECTS_GENERATE - Generation of objects

• Message number: 146

• Message text: DataSource & must be activated using transaction BWA5

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GOX_OBJECTS_GENERATE146 - DataSource & must be activated using transaction BWA5 ?

  The SAP error message GOX_OBJECTS_GENERATE146 indicates that a DataSource must be activated using transaction BWA5. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA when there is an issue with the activation of a DataSource that is required for data extraction or reporting.
  Cause:
  
  DataSource Not Activated: The primary cause of this error is that the DataSource in question has not been activated in the system. This can happen if the DataSource was newly created or modified and the activation step was missed.
  Transport Issues: If the DataSource was transported from another system, it may not have been activated in the target system.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration issues or inconsistencies in the DataSource setup that prevent it from being activated properly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to activate the DataSource using transaction BWA5. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Open Transaction BWA5:
  
  Go to the SAP GUI and enter transaction code BWA5.
  
  
  
  Enter DataSource Name:
  
  In the BWA5 screen, enter the name of the DataSource that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Activate the DataSource:
  
  Select the DataSource and choose the option to activate it. This will ensure that the DataSource is properly registered in the system.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors:
  
  After activation, check for any error messages or warnings that may indicate further issues with the DataSource.
  
  
  
  Test the DataSource:
  
  Once activated, test the DataSource to ensure that it is functioning correctly and that data can be extracted as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with other related transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) for managing DataSources and InfoProviders.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to DataSource activation and troubleshooting for additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after activation, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with your SAP Basis or BW team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GOX_OBJECTS_GENERATE146 error and successfully activate the DataSource in your SAP system.