How To Fix RSO017 - InfoObject &1 used and activated (from modified version)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSO - BW Repository

• Message number: 017

• Message text: InfoObject &1 used and activated (from modified version)

What causes this issue?

InfoObject &V1& is used by an InfoObject that is transferred from the
Content and should be activated. InfoObject &V1& has already been
transferred from the Content, but was not previously activated. The
InfoObject is only present in the revised version.

System Response

InfoObject &V1& is activated in the same way.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSO017 - InfoObject &1 used and activated (from modified version) ?

  The SAP error message RSO017 indicates that an InfoObject (denoted as &1 in the message) is being used and activated from a modified version. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when you are trying to make changes to an InfoObject that is currently in use or has been activated in a modified state.
  Cause:
  
  Active Version: The InfoObject has an active version that is being used in queries, data models, or other objects.
  Modification: You may have made changes to the InfoObject but have not yet deactivated or reactivated it properly.
  Dependencies: Other objects (like InfoProviders, queries, etc.) may depend on the InfoObject, preventing you from making changes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSO017 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  Check Usage: Identify where the InfoObject is being used. You can do this by checking the InfoObject's dependencies in the SAP BW system.
  Deactivate: If you need to make changes, you may need to deactivate the InfoObject. This can be done in the InfoObject maintenance screen.
  Re-activate: After making the necessary changes, reactivate the InfoObject to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Check for Queries: If the InfoObject is used in queries, you may need to adjust or deactivate those queries before making changes to the InfoObject.
  Transport Requests: If the InfoObject is part of a transport request, ensure that the transport is not locked or in a state that prevents changes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  InfoObject Maintenance: You can access InfoObject maintenance through transaction code RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) and navigate to the InfoObjects section.
  Transport Management: If you are working in a transport environment, ensure that the transport requests are properly managed and that you are not trying to modify an object that is currently being transported.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed steps on managing InfoObjects and understanding their dependencies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSO017 error and successfully manage your InfoObjects in SAP BW.