How To Fix R9E998 - BW server has deactivated this version of the Query Designer

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R9E - Error Messages for Query Designer .NET

• Message number: 998

• Message text: BW server has deactivated this version of the Query Designer

What causes this issue?

This version of Query Designer is not supported by the BW server.

System Response

You cannot work with this version of Query Designer any more.

How to fix this error?

Close Query Designer.
To carry on working, use Query Designer version SAP BW 3.x.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R9E998 - BW server has deactivated this version of the Query Designer ?

  The SAP error message R9E998 indicating that "BW server has deactivated this version of the Query Designer" typically arises in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) when there is a mismatch or compatibility issue between the Query Designer and the BW server version. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Version Mismatch: The Query Designer version you are using may not be compatible with the BW server version. This can happen if the BW server has been upgraded or if you are using an outdated version of the Query Designer.
  Deactivation of Features: The BW server may have certain features or versions of the Query Designer deactivated for various reasons, such as maintenance or configuration changes.
  User Permissions: There may be restrictions on your user account that prevent access to certain features of the Query Designer.
  System Configuration: The BW system may have been configured to disable certain functionalities or versions of the Query Designer.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Compatibility: Verify that the version of the Query Designer you are using is compatible with the BW server version. You may need to upgrade or downgrade your Query Designer accordingly.
  Update Query Designer: If you are using an outdated version, consider downloading and installing the latest version of the Query Designer that is compatible with your BW server.
  Contact Administrator: If you suspect that the issue is related to user permissions or server configuration, contact your SAP BW system administrator to check the settings and permissions.
  Review System Logs: Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about why the Query Designer has been deactivated.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. They can provide more detailed troubleshooting steps based on your specific system configuration.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for both BW and Query Designer for any notes on compatibility and versioning.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.