How To Fix C$184 - Check Customizing for user exit: Category &1 name &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C$ -

• Message number: 184

• Message text: Check Customizing for user exit: Category &1 name &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C$184 - Check Customizing for user exit: Category &1 name &2 ?

  The SAP error message C$184, which states "Check Customizing for user exit: Category &1 name &2," typically indicates that there is an issue with a user exit configuration in the SAP system. User exits are predefined points in the SAP code where you can add custom code to enhance or modify the standard functionality without modifying the original SAP code.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Customizing Settings: The error often arises when the necessary customizing settings for a specific user exit are not properly configured in the system.
  Incorrect User Exit Implementation: If the user exit has been implemented incorrectly or if the associated function module is not activated, this error can occur.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the user exit category or name that the system is trying to access.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the user exit.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) and navigate to the relevant area where the user exit is configured.
  Ensure that the customizing settings for the user exit category and name are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review User Exit Implementation:
  
  Check the implementation of the user exit in transaction SMOD (SAP Modification) and ensure that the exit is activated.
  If you have custom code associated with the user exit, verify that it is functioning correctly and does not contain errors.
  
  
  
  Check for Inconsistencies:
  
  Review the data related to the user exit in the relevant tables to ensure there are no inconsistencies or missing entries.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the user exit. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs to see if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or notes related to the specific user exit you are working with for any additional configuration steps or requirements.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the program to identify where the error is being triggered. This can provide insights into what might be going wrong.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  User Exits: User exits are part of the enhancement framework in SAP, which allows for custom enhancements without modifying the core code.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SMOD: To manage and implement user exits.
  CMOD: To create and manage projects for enhancements.
  SPRO: To access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on the specific user exit in question.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or ABAP development team for further assistance.