How To Fix RSO_RES_ADSO198 - Activation not possible; semantic group specification has been changed

RSO_RES_ADSO198 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSO_RES_ADSO - Datastore Object

• Message number: 198

• Message text: Activation not possible; semantic group specification has been changed

What causes this issue?

The DataStore object (advanced) belongs to a "semantic group". At least
one of the properties of this object, which specifies the "Semantic
Group" (group name or group field name)<(>,<)> has been changed.
Therefore activation is not possible.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Either undo the changes you have made to these properties or use the
report RSDG_ADSO_ACTIVATE to correct the settings (option: "correct
information about semantic group").

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

RSO_RES_ADSO198 - Details

• The SAP error message RSO_RES_ADSO198, which states "Activation not possible; semantic group specification has been changed," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when working with Advanced DataStore Objects (ADSO). This error indicates that there has been a change in the semantic group specification of the ADSO, which is preventing the activation of the object.
  
  Cause:
  
  Change in Semantic Group: The semantic group of the ADSO has been modified after the last activation. This could happen if the data model or the underlying data structure has been altered.
  Inconsistent Metadata: If there are inconsistencies in the metadata due to changes in the data model, it can lead to activation issues.
  Dependencies: Other objects that depend on the ADSO may have been changed, leading to a mismatch in the expected structure.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  Check Changes: Review the changes made to the ADSO and its semantic group. Ensure