Resetactool New -
| Parameter | Description | |-----------|-------------| | -exec | Actually performs the reset (must be explicitly set). | | -simulate | Shows what would be changed. | | -type <TYPE> | Object type (e.g., TABL, DOMA, DTEL, PROG, CLAS). | | -name <NAME> | Object name (case-sensitive). | | -package <PACKAGE> | Resets all objects in a package. | | -force | Overrides production system safeguard. | | -json | Output logs in JSON format. | | -verbose | Detailed runtime information. | For administrators who remember the old tool, here is a direct comparison:
[INFO] Simulation mode enabled. [INFO] Object ZMY_ELEMENT (TABL) has active flag = TRUE, activation status = INCONSISTENT. [INFO] Would reset activation flag. Dependencies: NONE. [INFO] No changes made. Use -exec to apply. If simulation looks correct, run: resetactool new
After applying SAP note 3123456, table ZHR_EMPLOYEE fails to activate with error "Activation termination – inconsistent version" . | | -name <NAME> | Object name (case-sensitive)
resetactool new -exec -type TABL -name ZMY_ELEMENT The system will prompt you to confirm the action on a non-production system. For production, you must add -force (use with extreme caution). After resetting, check the object in ABAP Workbench ( SE11 or SE80 ). Reactivate the object normally. Important Command-Line Parameters in Resetactool New Here is a quick reference table for the most important flags in resetactool new : | | -json | Output logs in JSON format
Bookmark this guide, keep the command reference handy, and always—always—simulate first. Do you have a specific scenario where resetactool new failed to resolve your issue? Leave a comment below or contact your SAP support partner with the JSON log attached.
/usr/sap/<SID>/SYS/exe/uc/linuxx86_64/resetactool Note: The path may vary by kernel version and OS. Use find if unsure. Before making changes, simulate:
