How To Fix SCTS_HDI303 - Container &1 has an inactive version

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCTS_HDI - Messages for CTS HDI API

• Message number: 303

• Message text: Container &1 has an inactive version

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

The system detected that an inactive version exists for the container
&V1&.

How to fix this error?

Activate the container &V1&, for example in transaction SCTS_AMHC, and
repeat the object consistency check.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCTS_HDI303 - Container &1 has an inactive version ?

  The SAP error message SCTS_HDI303 indicates that there is an issue with a container in the SAP HANA database that has an inactive version. This typically occurs in the context of SAP HANA database development and deployment, particularly when working with HDI (HANA Deployment Infrastructure) containers.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  Inactive Container Version: The container you are trying to access or deploy to has an inactive version. This can happen if the container was not properly activated after changes were made, or if there was an issue during the deployment process.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a mismatch between the expected version of the container and the version that is currently active.
  Deployment Issues: There could have been issues during the deployment process that left the container in an inconsistent state.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SCTS_HDI303 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Container Status:
  
  Use the SAP HANA Database Explorer or relevant tools to check the status of the container. Ensure that it is active and that there are no pending changes.
  
  
  
  Activate the Container:
  
  If the container is inactive, you may need to activate it. This can typically be done through the SAP HANA Studio or using SQL commands. For example:
  ALTER HDI_CONTAINER <container_name> SET ACTIVE;
  
  
  
  
  Redeploy the Container:
  
  If the container is in an inconsistent state, consider redeploying the container. This can be done using the appropriate deployment tools or commands.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors in Deployment Logs:
  
  Review the deployment logs for any errors that may have occurred during the last deployment. This can provide insights into what went wrong and how to fix it.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the official SAP documentation for HDI and HANA development for more detailed instructions and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP HANA Deployment Infrastructure (HDI): HDI is a framework for developing and deploying applications in SAP HANA. Understanding how HDI works can help in troubleshooting issues related to containers.
  SAP HANA Studio: A development environment for managing HANA databases, including container management.
  SAP Notes and Knowledge Base Articles: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or KBAs that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SCTS_HDI303 error and ensure that your HDI container is active and functioning correctly.