How To Fix R7B070 - Error during activation of content. See application log for details.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7B - BW Metadata (InfoCube, InfoObject, InfoObject catalog)

• Message number: 070

• Message text: Error during activation of content. See application log for details.

What causes this issue?

An error occurred during activation of the new content.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

For details, see the application log (transaction SLG1) with OBJECT =
RSO_REPOSITORY and SUBOBJECT = BC_INSTALL. Try to active the objects in
the object-specific transactions.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7B070 - Error during activation of content. See application log for details. ?

  The SAP error message R7B070, which indicates "Error during activation of content. See application log for details," typically occurs during the activation of Business Content in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or when trying to activate InfoObjects, DataSources, or other related objects. This error can arise due to various reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Common Causes:
  
  Missing or Incomplete Data: The content you are trying to activate may have missing or incomplete data, such as InfoObjects or DataSources that are not fully defined.
  Dependency Issues: There may be dependencies on other objects that have not been activated or are in an inconsistent state.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the activation may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  Transport Issues: If the content was transported from another system, there may be issues with the transport itself, such as missing objects or incorrect versions.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the BW system that prevent the activation of content.
  Data Model Issues: Problems with the underlying data model, such as incorrect relationships or settings, can also lead to activation errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Application Log: The first step is to check the application log for detailed error messages. You can do this by using transaction code SLG1. Look for messages related to the activation process to identify the specific issue.
  Verify Dependencies: Ensure that all dependent objects are activated and in a consistent state. Activate any missing objects first.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to activate the content. You may need to consult with your security team.
  Re-transport Objects: If the content was transported, consider re-transporting the objects to ensure that all necessary components are included.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the BW system to ensure that everything is set up correctly for the activation process.
  Data Model Validation: Validate the data model to ensure that all relationships and settings are correct. You may need to adjust or correct any inconsistencies.
  Use Transaction RSA1: Go to the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1) and try to activate the content from there. Sometimes, activating directly from the workbench can provide more context or bypass certain issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to the specific error message or the objects you are trying to activate. SAP Notes often provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  SAP Community: The SAP Community forums can be a valuable resource for finding similar issues faced by other users and the solutions they found.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Business Content activation to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the details from the application log for a more in-depth analysis.