How To Fix R7282 - InfoObject &1 is already active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 282

• Message text: InfoObject &1 is already active

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

InfoObject &V1& is not activated.

How to fix this error?

If you wish to trigger the activation of InfoObject &V1&, you must
first change the status of InfoObject &V1& using 'Edit --> Set object
status to inactive'.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7282 - InfoObject &1 is already active ?

  The SAP error message R7282, which states "InfoObject &1 is already active," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when you attempt to activate an InfoObject that is already in an active state. This can happen during the process of modeling or when making changes to InfoObjects in the Data Warehousing Workbench.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Activation Attempt: The most common cause is that the InfoObject you are trying to activate is already active in the system.
  Transport Issues: If you are working with transports, there might be a situation where the InfoObject was already activated in the target system.
  System Lock: Sometimes, the system might have a lock on the InfoObject due to ongoing processes or transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Activation Status: Verify the activation status of the InfoObject in the Data Warehousing Workbench. If it is already active, you do not need to activate it again.
  Recheck Changes: If you made changes to the InfoObject, ensure that those changes are necessary and that you are not trying to activate it unnecessarily.
  Transport Management: If you are working with transports, ensure that the InfoObject is not already included in a transport request that has been imported into the target system.
  System Lock: If you suspect a lock, you can check for any active sessions or processes that might be holding a lock on the InfoObject. You can use transaction codes like SM12 (to check locks) or SM21 (to check system logs) to investigate further.
  Clear Cache: In some cases, clearing the cache or refreshing the Data Warehousing Workbench can help resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for managing InfoObjects.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message. Sometimes, there are known issues that have been documented with solutions or workarounds.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on InfoObjects and their lifecycle management to better understand the activation process and related constraints.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or BW support team for further assistance.