How To Fix /PLMI/ECN_BO004 - Object type &1 is not active in this system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/ECN_BO -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Object type &1 is not active in this system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/ECN_BO004 - Object type &1 is not active in this system ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/ECN_BO004 Object type &1 is not active in this system typically indicates that a specific business object type (represented by &1) is not activated or available in the current SAP system. This can occur in various contexts, particularly when working with SAP PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) or other modules that utilize business objects.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Business Object: The specified object type is not activated in the system. This could be due to configuration settings or missing activation steps.
  Missing Configuration: The necessary configuration for the business object type may not have been completed.
  Transport Issues: If the object type was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly activated in the target system.
  Versioning Issues: The object type may exist in a different version or may not be compatible with the current system setup.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Object Type:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the section where business object types are managed.
  Check if the object type is listed and ensure it is activated.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to the specific business object type. Ensure that all necessary settings are completed.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the object type was transported, check the transport logs for any errors. Ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  If needed, re-transport the object type or manually activate it in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific business object type for any additional steps or prerequisites that may be required.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message and any relevant details about your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to business object management, such as SWO1 (Business Object Builder) or SWO2 (Business Object Repository).
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to activate the required business object type in your SAP system.