How To Fix EC293 - Icons are displayed only on pushbuttons. Menus contain only the text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EC - Development environment: Menu Painter

• Message number: 293

• Message text: Icons are displayed only on pushbuttons. Menus contain only the text

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EC293 - Icons are displayed only on pushbuttons. Menus contain only the text ?

  The SAP error message EC293 indicates that icons are only displayed on pushbuttons, while menus contain only text. This issue typically arises due to a configuration or display setting within the SAP GUI (Graphical User Interface). Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  SAP GUI Settings: The SAP GUI settings may be configured to display only text for menus instead of icons.
  Theme Issues: The theme being used in the SAP GUI may not support icons or may have been set to a mode that does not display them.
  User Profile Settings: User-specific settings in the SAP profile may be configured to limit the display of icons.
  SAP GUI Version: An outdated version of the SAP GUI may not support certain features, including icon display.
  System Configuration: The backend system configuration may not be set up to support icon display in menus.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check SAP GUI Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP GUI options by clicking on the "Customize Local Layout" (the icon with a pencil and paper) and selecting "Options."
  Navigate to the "Visual Design" section and ensure that the "Show Icons" option is enabled.
  
  
  
  Change Theme:
  
  In the SAP GUI, go to "Options" and then "Visual Design."
  Change the theme to a different one that supports icons (e.g., SAP Standard Theme).
  
  
  
  Reset User Profile:
  
  If user-specific settings are causing the issue, you can reset your user profile settings to default.
  This can be done by going to transaction code SU01, entering your user ID, and resetting the settings.
  
  
  
  Update SAP GUI:
  
  Ensure that you are using the latest version of the SAP GUI. If not, consider updating to the latest version to benefit from improved features and bug fixes.
  
  
  
  Check System Configuration:
  
  If you have access to system administration, check the backend configuration to ensure that it supports icon display in menus.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the EC293 error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP GUI documentation for detailed information on configuration settings and options.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or discussion boards where other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to contact your SAP support team for further assistance.