How To Fix RS_B4HANA_TRANSFER253 - Object &1 &2 is not activated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_B4HANA_TRANSFER - Messages for object transfer

• Message number: 253

• Message text: Object &1 &2 is not activated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_B4HANA_TRANSFER253 - Object &1 &2 is not activated ?

  The SAP error message RS_B4HANA_TRANSFER253 indicates that a specific object (usually a data source or a transformation) is not activated in the context of SAP BW/4HANA or SAP BW on HANA. This error typically arises when you are trying to execute a data transfer or a data load process, and the system cannot find the necessary activated objects.
  Cause:
  
  Object Not Activated: The most common cause is that the object (e.g., InfoObject, DataSource, Transformation, or DSO) has not been activated in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the object was transported from another system, it might not have been activated in the target system.
  Development vs. Production: If you are working in a development environment, the object may not have been properly activated before moving to production.
  Changes Not Saved: Sometimes, changes made to the object may not have been saved or activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Object:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., RSA1 for Data Warehousing Workbench).
  Locate the object mentioned in the error message (e.g., DataSource, InfoObject).
  Right-click on the object and select "Activate" or use the activation button.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that all dependent objects are also activated. Sometimes, an object may depend on other objects that need to be activated first.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the object was transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that the object is in the correct state.
  If necessary, re-transport the object or activate it manually in the target system.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors:
  
  Review the activation logs for any errors that may have occurred during the activation process. This can provide insights into why the object is not activated.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Object:
  
  If the object is corrupted or cannot be activated, consider recreating it. This should be a last resort after ensuring that all other options have been exhausted.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSO2: DataSource Maintenance
  RSTT: Transport Management
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on activating objects in BW/4HANA.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RS_B4HANA_TRANSFER253 error and successfully activate the required object.