How To Fix OL801 - Object type '&' is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OL - Workflow object types: Run-time system

• Message number: 801

• Message text: Object type '&' is not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OL801 - Object type '&' is not active ?

  The SAP error message OL801, which states "Object type '&' is not active," typically occurs when you are trying to access or use an object type (like a business object, class, or function module) that has not been activated in the SAP system. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with Business Object Processing Framework (BOPF), Business Workflow, or other object-oriented programming scenarios in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Object Type: The object type you are trying to use has not been activated. This could be a class, interface, or any other object type that needs to be active to be utilized.
  Transport Issues: If the object was recently transported from another system, it may not have been activated in the target system.
  Development Environment: If you are working in a development environment, the object may not have been saved or activated after creation or modification.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Object: 
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE80 for Object Navigator, SE24 for Class Builder, SE37 for Function Module).
  Locate the object type indicated in the error message.
  Activate the object by selecting it and choosing the "Activate" option (or pressing the appropriate function key).
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests: 
  
  If the object was transported, ensure that the transport request has been released and imported correctly into the target system.
  Check the transport logs for any errors or issues during the import process.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies: 
  
  Sometimes, other dependent objects may also need to be activated. Ensure that all related objects are active.
  
  
  
  Recheck the Code: 
  
  If you are developing or modifying code, ensure that you have saved and activated all changes before executing the program or transaction that leads to the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  If you are unsure about the specific object type, refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on the object and its activation requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE80 (Object Navigator)
  SE24 (Class Builder)
  SE37 (Function Module)
  SE11 (Data Dictionary)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to the specific object type you are working with.
  
  
  
  Debugging: 
  
  If the error persists, consider using the debugger to trace where the error occurs in the code and identify the specific object type that is inactive.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the OL801 error and successfully activate the required object type in your SAP system.