How To Fix R7I206 - Data transfer process &1 set to inactive

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7I - InfoProvider

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Data transfer process &1 set to inactive

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7I206 - Data transfer process &1 set to inactive ?

  The SAP error message R7I206 indicates that a data transfer process (DTP) has been set to inactive. This can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause and solution can help you resolve the issue effectively.
  Cause:
  
  Manual Deactivation: The DTP may have been manually set to inactive by a user or administrator.
  Transport Issues: If the DTP was transported from one system to another, it might have been deactivated during the transport process.
  System Upgrade or Changes: Changes in the system configuration or upgrades may lead to certain DTPs being set to inactive.
  Error During Execution: If there were errors during the execution of the DTP, it might have been automatically set to inactive to prevent further issues.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Reactivate the DTP:
  
  Go to the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction code RSA1).
  Navigate to the Data Transfer Processes section.
  Locate the DTP that is inactive (you can filter or search for it).
  Right-click on the DTP and select the option to activate it.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors:
  
  Review the logs or error messages associated with the DTP to understand why it was set to inactive.
  If there were execution errors, resolve those issues before reactivating the DTP.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the DTP was transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was transported correctly and that no issues occurred during the process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to DTPs for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the system configuration is correct and that there are no underlying issues affecting the DTP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSPC (Process Chain Maintenance), and RSMO (Monitor Process Chains) can be useful for managing DTPs and monitoring their status.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues related to DTPs and the R7I206 error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the R7I206 error and reactivate the DTP successfully.