How To Fix KE652 - Reference table & is not active in the ABAP/4 Dictionary

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 652

• Message text: Reference table & is not active in the ABAP/4 Dictionary

What causes this issue?

Table &V1& does not have the status "active".

System Response

The system could not reorganize the CO-PA field catalog.

How to fix this error?

Activate the table using Transaction SE11. Then execute the
reorganization again using Transaction SA38, Program RKEREOFC.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE652 - Reference table & is not active in the ABAP/4 Dictionary ?

  The SAP error message KE652 indicates that a reference table is not active in the ABAP/4 Dictionary. This typically occurs in the context of CO (Controlling) module transactions, where certain tables are required to be active for the system to function correctly.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Inactive Table: The reference table that is being accessed is not active in the ABAP Dictionary. This can happen if the table has been created but not activated, or if it has been modified and needs to be reactivated.
  Transport Issues: If the table was recently transported from a development environment to a production environment, it may not have been activated properly.
  Development Changes: Changes made to the table structure or fields may require reactivation of the table.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KE652 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Activate the Table:
  
  Go to the ABAP Dictionary (transaction SE11).
  Enter the name of the reference table mentioned in the error message.
  Check the status of the table. If it is inactive, activate it by clicking on the "Activate" button.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the table was recently transported, ensure that the transport request was successfully imported and that all objects related to the table are also active.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that all dependent objects (like views, indexes, etc.) related to the table are also active.
  
  
  
  Recheck the Program/Transaction:
  
  After activating the table, re-run the transaction or program that triggered the error to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary authorizations to activate the table, contact your SAP Basis team or system administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE14: Database Utility (for checking and activating database objects)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to the error message KE652.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the CO module to understand the role of the reference table in your specific context.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, further investigation may be required, potentially involving debugging or checking for custom developments that may be affecting the table's status.