How To Fix RSO_RES_ADSO034 - DataStore object '&1' needs to be activated; 'M' version exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSO_RES_ADSO - Datastore Object

• Message number: 034

• Message text: DataStore object '&1' needs to be activated; 'M' version exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSO_RES_ADSO034 - DataStore object '&1' needs to be activated; 'M' version exists ?

  The SAP error message RSO_RES_ADSO034 indicates that a DataStore Object (DSO) in SAP BW/4HANA or SAP BW on HANA needs to be activated because there is a 'M' (modified) version of the DSO that exists. This typically occurs when changes have been made to the DSO structure or settings, and those changes have not yet been activated.
  Cause:
  
  Unactivated Changes: The DSO has been modified (e.g., fields added, removed, or changed) but the changes have not been activated.
  Transport Issues: If the DSO was transported from one system to another, it may require activation in the target system.
  Development Environment: If you are working in a development environment, changes made to the DSO need to be activated before they can be used in reporting or data loading.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to activate the DataStore Object. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Open the DataStore Object:
  
  Go to the SAP BW Modeling Tools or the Data Warehousing Workbench.
  Navigate to the DataStore Object that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Activate the DSO:
  
  Right-click on the DSO and select the option to activate it. This is usually labeled as "Activate" or "Activate Object".
  Follow any prompts to complete the activation process.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors:
  
  After activation, check for any errors or warnings that may need to be addressed.
  Ensure that all necessary changes have been correctly implemented.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Process:
  
  Once the DSO is activated, re-run the process that was previously failing (e.g., data loading, reporting).
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Version Management: The 'M' version indicates that the DSO has been modified but not activated. The 'A' version would indicate an active version.
  Transport Management: If you are working with multiple systems (development, quality assurance, production), ensure that the DSO is activated in all relevant systems after transport.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on DataStore Objects and activation processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSO_RES_ADSO034 error and successfully activate your DataStore Object.