How To Fix POWL049 - Query '&' was marked for deactivation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: POWL - Internal Messages used in generic personal object work list

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Query '&' was marked for deactivation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message POWL049 - Query '&' was marked for deactivation ?

  The SAP error message POWL049 indicates that a specific query in the POWL (Personal Object Worklist) framework has been marked for deactivation. This typically means that the query is no longer active or available for use, which can happen for various reasons, such as administrative actions or changes in the system configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Manual Deactivation: An administrator may have manually marked the query for deactivation.
  System Configuration Changes: Changes in the system settings or updates may lead to certain queries being deactivated.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the query, leading to it being marked as inactive for them.
  Query Maintenance: The query may be undergoing maintenance or updates, resulting in temporary deactivation.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Query Status: 
  
  Go to the POWL administration area (transaction code: POWL_ADMIN).
  Look for the specific query and check its status. If it is marked for deactivation, you may need to reactivate it.
  
  
  
  Reactivate the Query:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can reactivate the query from the POWL administration interface.
  If you do not have the permissions, contact your SAP administrator to reactivate the query.
  
  
  
  Review User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and authorizations to access the query. This may involve checking user roles in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any recent changes in the system that may have affected the query. This could include updates, patches, or configuration changes.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  POWL Administration: Familiarize yourself with the POWL administration tools and how to manage queries effectively.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Understanding how user roles and authorizations work in SAP can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to POWL queries.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the POWL049 error and restore access to the affected query.