How To Fix /SMB/PROCEDURE_LOG035 - Step 1.a: Start checking 'REMOVE_UNLESS_ACTIVATED'-crit. for activities

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/PROCEDURE_LOG -

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Step 1.a: Start checking 'REMOVE_UNLESS_ACTIVATED'-crit. for activities

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/PROCEDURE_LOG035 - Step 1.a: Start checking 'REMOVE_UNLESS_ACTIVATED'-crit. for activities ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/PROCEDURE_LOG035 typically relates to issues encountered during the execution of a procedure in the SAP system, particularly in the context of the SAP Business ByDesign or SAP S/4HANA environments. The specific message you mentioned, "Step 1.a: Start checking 'REMOVE_UNLESS_ACTIVATED'-crit. for activities," suggests that there is a problem with the activation of certain activities or procedures.
  
  Cause:
  The error is often caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Unactivated Activities: The system is trying to execute a procedure that includes activities that have not been activated or are in an inconsistent state.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that are not properly set, leading to the inability to activate certain activities.
  Dependency Problems: Some activities may depend on others that are not activated, causing a chain reaction of failures.
  Transport Issues: If the procedure or activities were recently transported from another system, there may be issues with the transport that need to