How To Fix OST_BSDM070 - Requested relation &1 is inactive

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OST_BSDM - Web Service BOL Service Data Management

• Message number: 070

• Message text: Requested relation &1 is inactive

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OST_BSDM070 - Requested relation &1 is inactive ?

  The SAP error message OST_BSDM070 with the description "Requested relation &1 is inactive" typically occurs in the context of Business Partner (BP) data management. This error indicates that the system is trying to access a relationship (or relation) that is currently inactive.
  Cause:
  
  
  Inactive Relationship: The specific relationship (indicated by &1) is not active in the system. This could be due to various reasons, such as:
  
  The relationship was manually deactivated.
  The relationship has expired or is no longer valid.
  The Business Partner status has changed, affecting the relationships.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the Business Partner master data.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for Business Partner relationships may not be set up correctly, leading to inactive relationships being referenced.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Relationship Status:
  
  Go to the Business Partner transaction (e.g., BP) and check the status of the relationship indicated by &1.
  If the relationship is indeed inactive, you may need to activate it or create a new active relationship.
  
  
  
  Review Business Partner Data:
  
  Ensure that the Business Partner data is complete and consistent. Check for any missing or incorrect entries that might affect the relationships.
  
  
  
  Reconfigure Relationships:
  
  If the relationship should be active but is not, review the configuration settings for Business Partner relationships in the SAP system. Ensure that the necessary settings are in place to allow for the relationship to be active.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing Business Partner relationships and resolving related errors.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to manage and review Business Partner data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this specific error.
  Business Partner Relationships: Familiarize yourself with the types of relationships that can be established between Business Partners and how they are managed within the SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.