How To Fix S_CUS_IMG_ACTIVITY023 - '&' is a dummy object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_CUS_IMG_ACTIVITY - IMG Activity

• Message number: 023

• Message text: '&' is a dummy object

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_CUS_IMG_ACTIVITY023 - '&' is a dummy object ?

  The SAP error message S_CUS_IMG_ACTIVITY023 indicates that the system has encountered a "dummy object" in the context of customizing activities. This typically occurs when a configuration or customizing activity is referenced that does not have a valid or active implementation in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Dummy Object: The term "dummy object" refers to a placeholder or an incomplete configuration that does not point to a valid customizing activity or transaction.
  Missing Customizing Activity: The customizing activity you are trying to access may not be properly defined or may have been deleted or not transported correctly.
  Transport Issues: If the customizing activity was supposed to be transported from another system (like from development to production), it may not have been included in the transport request.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain customizing activities, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Customizing Activity: Verify that the customizing activity you are trying to access is correctly defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in the SAP GUI.
  Transport Requests: If the activity is missing, check if it was supposed to be transported from another system. Ensure that the transport request containing the customizing activity has been released and imported correctly.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the customizing activity. You can check this in the user roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this issue. Sometimes, SAP releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for specific error messages.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific customizing activity to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) to access the customizing settings.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program flow to see where the error is being triggered.
  SAP Community: Consider checking the SAP Community forums or SAP Support for similar issues reported by other users, as they may provide additional insights or solutions.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP Basis or technical support team for further assistance.