How To Fix SHTTP246 - Action COPY/INACTIVATE has already been executed

SHTTP246 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SHTTP - Messages for Development Class SHTTP

• Message number: 246

• Message text: Action COPY/INACTIVATE has already been executed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SHTTP246 - Action COPY/INACTIVATE has already been executed ?

  The SAP error message SHTTP246, which states "Action COPY/INACTIVATE has already been executed," typically occurs in the context of SAP's HTTP-based services, particularly when dealing with the activation or inactivation of certain objects or configurations.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when an attempt is made to execute an action (like COPY or INACTIVATE) that has already been performed on a specific object or configuration. This can happen due to:
  
  Duplicate Requests: The same action is being triggered multiple times, either due to user error or a system/process issue.
  Session Issues: If a session is not properly closed or if there are multiple sessions trying to perform the same action simultaneously.
  State Management: The system may have a state management issue where it does not recognize that the action has already been completed.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SHTTP246 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Status: Verify the status of the object or configuration you are trying