How To Fix S_CUS_IMG_ACTIVITY186 - Unchecked activation of data for object &1 not allowed for techn. reasons

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_CUS_IMG_ACTIVITY - IMG Activity

• Message number: 186

• Message text: Unchecked activation of data for object &1 not allowed for techn. reasons

What causes this issue?

You cannot activate the data for customizing object &V1& with BC Sets
unchecked, for technical reasons.
"Unchecked activation" means that you can activate the data records for
the object without additional checks (defined in the events in generated
maintenance dialogs).

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?

The transaction SOBJ contains detailed information about the BC Set
compatibility of the customizing object. The header information for the
object &V1& contains a BC Set compatibility check pushbutton.
Check whether the data for the customizing object can be activated
"checked". If not, you cannot activate the object data. You can only use
the object to document existing customizing settings (if this use
scenario is allowed).

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 S_CUS_IMG_ACTIVITY186 - Unchecked activation of data for object &1 not allowed for techn. reasons ?

  The SAP error message S_CUS_IMG_ACTIVITY186 indicates that there is an issue with the activation of data for a specific object due to technical reasons. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to activate a configuration or data object that has not been properly checked or validated, which can lead to inconsistencies in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Technical Restrictions: The system has certain technical restrictions that prevent the unchecked activation of data. This is often a safeguard to ensure data integrity and consistency.
  Missing Dependencies: The object you are trying to activate may have dependencies that have not been met or validated.
  Transport Issues: If the object is part of a transport request, there may be issues with the transport itself, such as missing objects or incorrect sequence of transport.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications, they may not be compatible with the current state of the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dependencies: Ensure that all dependencies for the object you are trying to activate are met. This may involve checking related configuration settings or objects.
  Review Transport Requests: If the object is part of a transport request, review the transport logs for any errors or warnings. Ensure that all necessary objects are included in the transport.
  Use Transaction SPRO: Go to transaction SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) and check the configuration settings related to the object. Make sure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific object to understand any prerequisites or restrictions for activation.
  Check for Custom Code: If there are custom developments, review the code to ensure it does not interfere with the activation process.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it is a critical issue affecting system functionality.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE80 (Object Navigator), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE37 (Function Module) to investigate the object further.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction SM21) for any related error messages that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.