How To Fix ST794 - The mandatory definition and context requirement is de-activated

ST794 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ST - Terminology Database

• Message number: 794

• Message text: The mandatory definition and context requirement is de-activated

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ST794 - The mandatory definition and context requirement is de-activated ?

  The SAP error message ST794, which states "The mandatory definition and context requirement is de-activated," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Business Process Management (BPM) or when working with certain configuration settings in the SAP system. This error indicates that a required configuration or definition is missing or has been deactivated, which is preventing the system from processing a particular request or transaction.
  
  Cause:
  
  Deactivated Context or Definition: The error usually arises when a mandatory context or definition that is required for a specific process or transaction has been deactivated. This could be due to changes in configuration settings or updates that have not been properly applied.
  Missing Configuration: If the necessary configuration for a business process or workflow is not set up correctly, it can lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from a development environment to a production environment, and the necessary definitions were not included, this error