How To Fix SCPR401 - Data record not in BC Set &1; Activation information obsolete

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCPR - BC Sets

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Data record not in BC Set &1; Activation information obsolete

What causes this issue?

You want to show information about the origin of the values in a BC Set
activation, for a specified data record in a table or view.
In this case, the data record in the current client/system was affected
one or more BC Set activations. In the last of these activations, the
data record was changed by the BC Set &V1&. It may have been created,
changed or deleted.

System Response

Detailed activation information for the data record cannot be displayed,
because the data record is no longer in the BC Set.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCPR401 - Data record not in BC Set &1; Activation information obsolete ?

  The SAP error message SCPR401, which states "Data record not in BC Set &1; Activation information obsolete," typically occurs when there is an issue with Business Configuration Sets (BC Sets) in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is trying to activate or access a configuration that is no longer valid or has been removed.
  Cause:
  
  Obsolete BC Set: The BC Set you are trying to activate or use has been deleted or is no longer available in the system.
  Inconsistent Data: The data record that the system is trying to access is not present in the specified BC Set, leading to inconsistencies.
  Transport Issues: If the BC Set was transported from another system, it might not have been transported correctly, leading to missing records.
  Versioning Issues: The version of the BC Set you are trying to use may not match the current configuration of the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check BC Set Availability: Verify that the BC Set specified in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction code SIMG or SCPR20 to check the status of the BC Set.
  Recreate or Restore BC Set: If the BC Set is missing, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if available.
  Check Activation Status: Ensure that the BC Set is properly activated. You can use transaction SCPR20 to check the activation status and re-activate it if necessary.
  Review Transport Requests: If the BC Set was transported, check the transport requests to ensure that all necessary objects were included and transported correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or notes from SAP regarding the specific BC Set and its usage.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a critical configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SCPR20: Manage BC Sets
  SIMG: Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the specific BC Set or the SCPR401 error for additional guidance or patches.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for information on Business Configuration Sets and their management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the SCPR401 error and implement a solution to resolve it.