How To Fix Q6658 - Infostructure &1 could not be activated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: Q6 - Archive Information System

• Message number: 658

• Message text: Infostructure &1 could not be activated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message Q6658 - Infostructure &1 could not be activated ?

  The SAP error message Q6658 indicates that an infostructure (a data structure used in SAP for reporting and analysis) could not be activated. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Quality Management (QM) module, particularly when dealing with the configuration of infostructures for quality-related data.
  Causes of Error Q6658
  
  Missing Configuration: The infostructure may not be properly configured or may be missing necessary settings.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the underlying data that the infostructure is supposed to process.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to activate the infostructure may not have the necessary authorizations.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues such as database inconsistencies or problems with the SAP system itself.
  Dependencies: The infostructure may depend on other objects or settings that are not correctly set up or activated.
  
  Solutions to Error Q6658
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the infostructure in transaction code QINFO or QINF.
  Ensure that all required fields and settings are correctly filled out.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the data that the infostructure is supposed to use. This can often be done through transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to inspect the relevant tables.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to activate the infostructure. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Technical Troubleshooting:
  
  Check the system logs for any additional error messages that might provide more context. Use transaction SM21 to view the system log.
  If there are database issues, consider running database consistency checks or consulting with your database administrator.
  
  
  
  Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that any dependent objects or settings are activated and correctly configured. This may involve checking related infostructures or other configuration settings in the QM module.
  
  
  
  Reactivation:
  
  Sometimes, simply trying to deactivate and then reactivate the infostructure can resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  QINFO: To manage infostructures.
  SE11: To view and manage data dictionary objects.
  SE16: To browse data in tables.
  SM21: To check system logs for errors.
  SU53: To check authorization issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for the Quality Management module for more detailed information on infostructures and their configuration.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.