How To Fix RSTRAN251 - InfoObject &1 is not active in the system and is being deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSTRAN - Messages for Transformation

• Message number: 251

• Message text: InfoObject &1 is not active in the system and is being deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSTRAN251 - InfoObject &1 is not active in the system and is being deleted ?

  The SAP error message RSTRAN251 indicates that an InfoObject (identified by &1) is not active in the system and is being deleted. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when there are issues related to InfoObjects that are not properly activated or are being removed from the system.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive InfoObject: The InfoObject may not have been activated after its creation or modification. Inactive InfoObjects cannot be used in data models, queries, or reports.
  Deletion Process: The system may be in the process of deleting the InfoObject, which can happen if it has been marked for deletion or if it is part of a transport request that is being executed.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoObject was transported from another system and the transport did not include the activation step, it may remain inactive.
  Dependency Issues: The InfoObject may have dependencies on other objects that are also inactive or deleted.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the InfoObject:
  
  Go to the InfoObject maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1).
  Locate the InfoObject using its technical name.
  Check its status and activate it if it is inactive.
  
  
  
  Check Deletion Status:
  
  Verify if the InfoObject is marked for deletion. If it is, you may need to cancel the deletion or restore it if it was deleted unintentionally.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the InfoObject was transported, ensure that the transport request included the activation step. You may need to re-transport the object or manually activate it in the target system.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Review any dependencies related to the InfoObject. Ensure that all related objects are active and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSD1: InfoObject Maintenance
  SLG1: Application Log
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on InfoObjects and their lifecycle management.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to InfoObjects and error RSTRAN251.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the InfoObject is active and usable in your SAP BW/BI environment.