How To Fix SAPI_EXTRACTOR_MSG400 - No active version found for DDLS '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAPI_EXTRACTOR_MSG - Messages for API extractors

• Message number: 400

• Message text: No active version found for DDLS '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAPI_EXTRACTOR_MSG400 - No active version found for DDLS '&1' ?

  The SAP error message SAPI_EXTRACTOR_MSG400 with the description "No active version found for DDLS '&1'" typically occurs in the context of SAP Data Warehousing or when working with DataSources and Data Transfer Processes (DTPs). This error indicates that the system is unable to find an active version of the Data Definition Language Structure (DDLS) specified by the placeholder &1.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Version: The most common cause is that the DataSource or the related object does not have an active version. This can happen if the DataSource was created but not activated, or if it was modified and the changes were not activated.
  Transport Issues: If the DataSource was transported from one system to another, it might not have been activated in the target system.
  Missing Objects: The underlying objects (like tables or views) that the DataSource relies on may not exist or may not be active.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the active version of the DataSource.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the DataSource: 
  
  Go to the DataSource in the SAP GUI (transaction code RSA1 for Data Warehousing Workbench).
  Find the DataSource in the relevant InfoSource or DataSource area.
  Right-click on the DataSource and select "Activate" to ensure it has an active version.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues: 
  
  If the DataSource was recently transported, ensure that it has been activated in the target system.
  You can check the transport logs for any issues during the transport process.
  
  
  
  Verify Underlying Objects: 
  
  Ensure that all underlying tables, views, or structures that the DataSource depends on are active and available in the system.
  You can check the status of these objects using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser).
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the DataSource and its active version.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Recreate the DataSource: 
  
  If the above steps do not resolve the issue, consider deleting and recreating the DataSource, ensuring that it is properly activated afterward.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE16: Data Browser
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues related to your version of SAP that might provide additional insights or patches.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on DataSources and their management.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP technical team for further assistance.