How To Fix ENHANCEMENT280 - & does not exist as an icon name

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ENHANCEMENT - SAP customer enhancement project messages

• Message number: 280

• Message text: & does not exist as an icon name

What causes this issue?

The icon name you entered does not exist. You may only use the names of
existing icons here.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Enter the name of an existing icon.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ENHANCEMENT280 - & does not exist as an icon name ?

  The SAP error message "ENHANCEMENT280 & does not exist as an icon name" typically indicates that the system is trying to reference an icon that is not defined or does not exist in the SAP GUI or the application you are using. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when customizing the user interface or when there are issues with enhancements or modifications in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Icon Definition: The icon name referenced in the enhancement or customization does not exist in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings may be incorrect, leading to the system looking for an icon that has not been defined.
  Transport Issues: If the enhancement was transported from another system, the icon may not have been included in the transport request.
  Version Compatibility: The enhancement may not be compatible with the current version of the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Icon Definitions: Verify that the icon name referenced in the enhancement exists in the SAP GUI. You can do this by checking the icon repository in the SAP system.
  Correct the Enhancement: If the icon does not exist, you may need to either create the icon or modify the enhancement to reference a valid icon name.
  Transport Check: If the enhancement was transported, ensure that all necessary objects, including icons, were included in the transport request.
  Review Custom Code: If there is custom code involved, review it to ensure that it is correctly referencing existing icons.
  Consult Documentation: Check SAP documentation or notes related to the specific enhancement for any known issues or additional steps that may be required.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it is a critical issue affecting business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide guidance on enhancements and icon management.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Enhancement Framework: Familiarize yourself with the SAP Enhancement Framework, which provides guidelines on how to implement and manage enhancements effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.