How To Fix SCTS_HDI242 - Activation canceled. Maximum number of retries reached.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCTS_HDI - Messages for CTS HDI API

• Message number: 242

• Message text: Activation canceled. Maximum number of retries reached.

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

Object activation was canceled with this attempt because the maximum
number of objects for activation was reached.
All unactivated objects and their requests are logged as <LS>having
errors</>.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCTS_HDI242 - Activation canceled. Maximum number of retries reached. ?

  The SAP error message SCTS_HDI242 indicates that the activation of a database object (such as a calculation view, table, or other HDI container objects) has been canceled because the maximum number of retries has been reached. This typically occurs in the context of SAP HANA database development and deployment.
  Causes:
  
  Resource Limitations: The activation process may be failing due to insufficient resources (CPU, memory, etc.) on the HANA database server.
  Dependency Issues: The object being activated may have dependencies on other objects that are not yet activated or are in an inconsistent state.
  Syntax Errors: There may be syntax errors or other issues in the SQL or modeling definitions that prevent successful activation.
  Versioning Issues: If there are version conflicts or if the object has been modified in a way that is incompatible with its current state.
  Locking Issues: The object may be locked by another process, preventing activation.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Logs: Review the activation logs for more detailed error messages that can provide insight into the specific cause of the failure.
  Resource Monitoring: Monitor the HANA database resources to ensure that there are sufficient resources available for the activation process.
  Dependency Check: Ensure that all dependent objects are activated and in a consistent state before attempting to activate the object again.
  Syntax Review: Review the SQL or modeling definitions for any syntax errors or inconsistencies. Use the SAP HANA Studio or Web IDE to validate the definitions.
  Retry Activation: After addressing any identified issues, attempt to activate the object again. If the error persists, consider increasing the maximum number of retries if applicable.
  Database Restart: In some cases, restarting the HANA database may resolve locking or resource issues.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or community forums for any known issues or patches related to the specific version of HANA you are using.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or updates related to the error message SCTS_HDI242.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  HANA Studio/Web IDE: Use the development tools provided by SAP to debug and validate your objects before activation.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.