How To Fix UJB_EXCEPTION406 - BPF: Cannot reopen activity &1; instance &2 must be Active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UJB_EXCEPTION - BPC: BPF Message Class

• Message number: 406

• Message text: BPF: Cannot reopen activity &1; instance &2 must be Active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UJB_EXCEPTION406 - BPF: Cannot reopen activity &1; instance &2 must be Active ?

  The SAP error message UJB_EXCEPTION406 with the description "BPF: Cannot reopen activity &1; instance &2 must be Active" typically occurs in the context of Business Process Framework (BPF) in SAP. This error indicates that there is an attempt to reopen a BPF activity that is not in an "Active" state, which is a requirement for performing certain actions within the BPF.
  
  Cause:
  
  Activity State: The specific activity you are trying to reopen is not in an "Active" state. It may be in a "Completed," "Inactive," or "Cancelled" state.
  Instance State: The BPF instance itself may not be in a state that allows for reopening activities. For example, if the instance is completed or closed, you cannot reopen activities within it.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the BPF that restrict reopening activities based on certain conditions or statuses.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Activity Status: Verify the status of the activity you are trying to reopen. Ensure