How To Fix RSAR212 - Activation of communication structure & in Dictionary failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAR - Data Transfer and Metadata Maintenance

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Activation of communication structure & in Dictionary failed

What causes this issue?

The activation of your communication structure &V1& failed. Your
communication structure must be actively available in the Dictionary so
that a transfer can take place to the update. &SYSTEM_RESPONSE&
Communication structure &V1& was actively saved but cannot be used.

How to fix this error?

Check the cause of the error in the Dictionary maintenance. Carry out
the <ls>Check</> function in the Dictionary for your communication
structure &V1&.
Analyze the cause of the error using the activation log and remove the
error.
Carry out the maintenance of the communication structure again so that
your communication structure can be actively saved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAR212 - Activation of communication structure & in Dictionary failed ?

  The SAP error message RSAR212, which states "Activation of communication structure & in Dictionary failed," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the activation of a communication structure in the Data Dictionary. This can happen for various reasons, including inconsistencies in the Data Dictionary, missing objects, or issues with the underlying database.
  Causes:
  
  Inconsistent Data Dictionary: The Data Dictionary may have inconsistencies that prevent the activation of the communication structure.
  Missing Objects: Required objects (like tables or views) may be missing or not properly defined.
  Database Issues: There may be underlying database issues, such as locks or corruption.
  Transport Issues: If the communication structure was transported from another system, there may be issues related to the transport.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to activate the structure.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check for Inconsistencies:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 to check the communication structure for inconsistencies.
  Use transaction code SE14 to check and repair any inconsistencies in the database.
  
  
  
  Re-activate the Communication Structure:
  
  Go to transaction RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench).
  Navigate to the InfoProvider where the communication structure is defined.
  Try to re-activate the communication structure manually.
  
  
  
  Check for Missing Objects:
  
  Ensure that all dependent objects (like tables, views, etc.) are present and correctly defined in the Data Dictionary.
  
  
  
  Database Check:
  
  Check the database for locks or issues. You can use transaction code SM12 to check for locks and SM21 for system logs.
  If necessary, perform a database consistency check.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for errors.
  Ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the activation. You may need to consult with your security team.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available.
  
  
  
  System Restart:
  
  In some cases, a system restart may help resolve temporary issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  SE14: Database Utility
  SM12: Lock Entries
  SM21: System Log
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions specific to your version of SAP BW.
  
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to engage SAP support for further assistance.