How To Fix RSOBI_MF128 - Object status set to "inactive"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSOBI_MF - Messages for SOBI Model Factory

• Message number: 128

• Message text: Object status set to "inactive"

What causes this issue?

A new object was created. The object status is initially set to the valu
e 'Inactive.' Once the generated or changed objects have been succssfull
y activated, the object status is set to the value 'Active.'

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSOBI_MF128 - Object status set to "inactive" ?

  The SAP error message RSOBI_MF128, which indicates that the "Object status set to 'inactive'," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when dealing with InfoObjects, InfoProviders, or other data modeling objects. This message signifies that the object you are trying to use or access has been marked as inactive, which means it cannot be used in reporting or data processing until it is reactivated.
  Cause:
  
  Manual Deactivation: The object may have been manually set to inactive by a user or during a transport process.
  Transport Issues: If the object was transported from one system to another, it might have been set to inactive due to inconsistencies or errors during the transport.
  Version Management: In some cases, version management settings may lead to an object being marked as inactive if a newer version is available.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model or structure may lead to certain objects being deactivated to maintain data integrity.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSOBI_MF128 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Reactivate the Object:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., RSA1 for Data Warehousing Workbench).
  Locate the inactive object (InfoObject, InfoProvider, etc.).
  Right-click on the object and select the option to "Activate" or "Reactivate."
  Ensure that all dependencies and related objects are also activated if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the object was recently transported, check the transport request for any errors or issues.
  Ensure that the transport was successful and that all related objects were included.
  
  
  
  Review Version Management:
  
  If version management is enabled, check if there is a newer version of the object that is active.
  If needed, switch to the active version or re-activate the desired version.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific object type you are dealing with for any additional steps or considerations.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that all dependent objects are also active. Sometimes, an object may be inactive due to dependencies on other inactive objects.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about why the object was set to inactive.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to the RSOBI_MF128 error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Documentation: Review the SAP BW/BI documentation for best practices on object activation and management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSOBI_MF128 error and reactivate the necessary object for use in your SAP environment.