How To Fix S_CUS_IMG_ACTIVITY198 - System object &1: Cannot be used in object &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_CUS_IMG_ACTIVITY - IMG Activity

• Message number: 198

• Message text: System object &1: Cannot be used in object &2

What causes this issue?

The table &V1& is a system object. System objects are tables that either
belong directly to the ABAP Dictionary, or that are used as internal
tables in the SAP system. They cannot be transported, which means that
they cannot be used in BC Sets.
Other examples of system objects/tables: T000, T100, TDEVC, TADIR, TFDIR
, CVERS, OBJH, OBJS, ....
<ZK>Note on Delivery Class (Viewed in Transaction SE11):
</> The delivery class is not relevant for system objects. This means
that the table cannot be used in BC Sets even if you want it to have a
Customizing delivery class.

System Response

The table &V1& is part of the Customizing object &V2&. You can use this
object in BC Sets, but without table &V1&.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

For more information on the transport properties of system objects, see
the <DS:NA.TR731>message TR731</>.

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_ACTIVITY198 - System object &1: Cannot be used in object &2 ?

  The SAP error message S_CUS_IMG_ACTIVITY198 typically indicates that there is an issue with the configuration or usage of a system object in relation to another object. This error often arises in the context of customizing or configuration activities within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with IMG (Implementation Guide) activities.
  Cause:
  The error message "System object &1: Cannot be used in object &2" suggests that:
  
  Incompatibility: The system object (e.g., a configuration setting, a transaction, or a program) referenced as &1 is not compatible with the object referenced as &2. This could be due to version mismatches, incorrect settings, or dependencies that are not met.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified objects.
  Missing Configuration: The required configuration for the object may not be completed or may be missing entirely.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Object Compatibility:
  
  Verify that the system object you are trying to use is compatible with the other object. This may involve checking documentation or consulting with your SAP Basis or functional team.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access both objects. You can check this in transaction SU53 (Authorization Check) after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Complete Configuration:
  
  If the error is due to missing configuration, navigate to the relevant IMG activity and ensure that all required settings are completed. This may involve setting up dependencies or prerequisites.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the objects were recently transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), ensure that the transport was successful and that all dependencies were included.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program or transaction that is generating the error to identify the root cause.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module), or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to investigate the objects involved.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific modules or functionalities you are working with to understand the expected configurations and dependencies.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.