How To Fix /SEHS/BA_MISC1743 - Generation source & is not an active table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SEHS/BA_MISC1 -

• Message number: 743

• Message text: Generation source & is not an active table

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SEHS/BA_MISC1743 - Generation source & is not an active table ?

  The SAP error message /SEHS/BA_MISC1743 Generation source & is not an active table typically indicates that the system is trying to access a table that is either not active or does not exist in the current context. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP's Business Application (BA) or when working with data models, especially in the context of SAP HANA or BW (Business Warehouse).
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Table: The table referenced in the error message is not active. This could happen if the table was recently created or modified and has not been activated.
  Missing Table: The table may not exist in the database, possibly due to deletion or an incorrect configuration.
  Transport Issues: If the table was transported from another system, it may not have been properly activated in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the table.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Table:
  
  Go to the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11).
  Enter the name of the table and check its status.
  If it is inactive, activate it by clicking on the "Activate" button.
  
  
  
  Check Table Existence:
  
  Verify that the table exists in the database. You can do this by executing a SQL query or checking in the Data Dictionary.
  If the table does not exist, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the table was transported, ensure that the transport request was completed successfully and that the table is active in the target system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the table. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Sometimes, other objects (like views or indexes) depend on the table. Ensure that all related objects are also active.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary to check and activate tables.
  SE80: Object Navigator for checking related objects.
  SU53: Authorization check to see if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Logs and Traces: If the issue persists, consider checking system logs (transaction SLG1) or enabling traces to gather more information about the error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution. If the problem continues, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.