How To Fix RSM796 - InfoCube & is not active; InfoSource generation from InfoCube impossible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM -

• Message number: 796

• Message text: InfoCube & is not active; InfoSource generation from InfoCube impossible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM796 - InfoCube & is not active; InfoSource generation from InfoCube impossible ?

  The SAP error message RSM796 indicates that an InfoCube is not active, which prevents the generation of an InfoSource from that InfoCube. This can occur in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when the InfoCube is either not activated or has encountered issues during its activation process.
  Cause:
  
  InfoCube Not Activated: The most common reason for this error is that the InfoCube has not been activated. This can happen if the InfoCube was created but not yet activated.
  Activation Errors: There may have been errors during the activation process, which can leave the InfoCube in an inactive state.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoCube was transported from another system, it may not have been activated in the target system.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model or structure of the InfoCube may require reactivation.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the InfoCube:
  
  Go to the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction code RSA1).
  Navigate to the InfoCube in question.
  Right-click on the InfoCube and select "Activate" or "Activate InfoCube".
  Follow the prompts to complete the activation process.
  
  
  
  Check Activation Logs:
  
  If the InfoCube fails to activate, check the activation logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate what went wrong.
  Resolve any issues indicated in the logs.
  
  
  
  Rebuild the InfoCube:
  
  If the InfoCube is still not activating, consider rebuilding it. This involves deleting the InfoCube and recreating it, but be cautious as this may lead to data loss if not handled properly.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the InfoCube was transported, ensure that all related transport requests have been successfully imported and activated in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP BW you are using for any known issues or additional steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSMO: Monitor Data Load
  RSPC: Process Chain Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues related to your version of SAP BW that may provide additional insights or solutions.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if you encounter complex errors during activation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSM796 error and successfully activate the InfoCube, allowing for the generation of the InfoSource.