How To Fix /SMB/UI_COMPONENTS021 - Activity &1 has been restored

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/UI_COMPONENTS -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Activity &1 has been restored

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/UI_COMPONENTS021 - Activity &1 has been restored ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/UI_COMPONENTS021 Activity &1 has been restored typically indicates that a certain activity or transaction in the SAP system has been reverted to a previous state. This can happen for various reasons, such as system updates, changes in configuration, or user actions that trigger a rollback.
  Cause:
  
  System Updates or Changes: If there are updates or changes made to the system, certain activities may be restored to ensure compatibility or stability.
  User Actions: Users may inadvertently trigger a rollback of activities, especially if they are working in a development or testing environment.
  Configuration Issues: Misconfigurations in the system can lead to unexpected behavior, including the restoration of activities.
  Transport Requests: If a transport request is moved to a different environment, it may restore certain activities to align with the transported objects.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check System Logs: Review the system logs (transaction SLG1) to identify any specific actions or errors that led to the restoration of the activity.
  Review Recent Changes: Look into any recent changes made to the system, including configuration changes, transport requests, or updates that might have affected the activity.
  Reapply Changes: If the restoration was not intended, you may need to reapply the changes or configurations that were lost.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific activity or component to understand the implications of the restoration.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in diagnosing the issue, such as ST22 (Dump Analysis), SM21 (System Log), and SLG1 (Application Log).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the specific error message or activity to find any known issues or patches.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users' experiences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error message and take appropriate action to resolve it.