How To Fix S_CUS_IMG_ACTIVITY151 - Table/View &1: Field '&2' of data type String is not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_CUS_IMG_ACTIVITY - IMG Activity

• Message number: 151

• Message text: Table/View &1: Field '&2' of data type String is not supported

What causes this issue?

The table/view &V1& contains a field of type 'STRING' in the data part.
You cannot put such fields in BC Sets, because of their length.

System Response

The table/view is not forbidden in BC Sets, but the field is not offered
for putting in the BC Set, in the BC Set maintenance transaction
(SCPR3).
When you activate a BC Set with data for the table/view,
the field cannot be written to the database.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_CUS_IMG_ACTIVITY151 - Table/View &1: Field '&2' of data type String is not supported ?

  The SAP error message S_CUS_IMG_ACTIVITY151 typically indicates that there is an issue with a specific field in a table or view that is being used in a configuration activity. The error message states that a field of data type "String" is not supported in the context where it is being used.
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The field in question is defined as a String, which may not be compatible with the expected data type for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Configuration Issue: The configuration activity you are attempting to execute may not support the use of String data types in certain fields.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications in the system, they may not adhere to the expected data types, leading to this error.
  Version Compatibility: The error may arise if there are compatibility issues between different versions of SAP or if certain features are not available in your current version.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Definition: Review the field definition in the relevant table or view to ensure that it is correctly defined and that the data type is appropriate for the operation.
  Modify Configuration: If you are in a configuration activity, check if you can change the field type or the way the data is being handled to avoid using a String type.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific configuration activity you are performing to see if there are any known issues or limitations regarding data types.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to identify where the error is occurring and gather more context about the data being processed.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details, the context in which it occurs, and any relevant configuration settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on similar issues.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be valuable resources for finding similar issues faced by other users and potential solutions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (like SE11 for Data Dictionary, SE80 for Object Navigator) that can help you investigate the tables and views involved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.