How To Fix K9173 - Activate data column "&2" for attribute "&1"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K9 - CO Planning Processor

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Activate data column "&2" for attribute "&1"

What causes this issue?

In the layout, the column for attribute '&V1&' is active. This column
refers to the inactive data column '&V2&'.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Please activate all data columns this attribute refers to.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K9173 - Activate data column "&2" for attribute "&1" ?

  The SAP error message K9173, which states "Activate data column '&2' for attribute '&1'," typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when there is an issue with the activation of a data column in a characteristic or attribute of a data structure, such as a data cube or InfoObject.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Data Column: The data column specified in the error message is not activated. This can happen if the data model has been changed, and the new or modified data column has not been activated.
  Missing Configuration: The attribute or characteristic may not be properly configured in the data model, leading to inconsistencies.
  Transport Issues: If the data model was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the activation might not have been performed in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to activate the data column.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Data Column:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., RSA1 for Data Warehousing or the appropriate transaction for your specific context).
  Navigate to the InfoObject or data model where the error is occurring.
  Find the data column specified in the error message and activate it.
  Save your changes and check if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the attribute and its associated characteristics are correctly configured.
  Review any recent changes made to the data model that might have affected the activation.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects were transported correctly and that the activation was performed in the target system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the activation. If not, contact your SAP security team to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Rebuild or Recreate:
  
  In some cases, if the above steps do not resolve the issue, you may need to consider rebuilding the InfoObject or data model.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to error K9173 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on InfoObjects and data modeling for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.