How To Fix /BOBF/COM_GENERATOR208 - Option &1 is not allowed for &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOBF/COM_GENERATOR -

• Message number: 208

• Message text: Option &1 is not allowed for &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOBF/COM_GENERATOR208 - Option &1 is not allowed for &2 ?

  The SAP error message /BOBF/COM_GENERATOR208 with the description "Option &1 is not allowed for &2" typically occurs in the context of the Business Object Processing Framework (BOPF) in SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue with the configuration or usage of a specific option in a BOPF business object.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Option: The error usually arises when an invalid option is being used for a specific business object. This could be due to a mismatch between the options defined in the BOPF configuration and the options being called in the application.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the BOPF settings, where certain options are not enabled or allowed for the specified business object.
  Development Errors: If custom development has been done, there might be errors in the code that are trying to use options that are not supported.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check BOPF Configuration: Review the BOPF configuration for the business object in question.