How To Fix S_CUS_IMG_ACTIVITY238 - SOBJ piece list for table/view &1 in object &2 is not consistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_CUS_IMG_ACTIVITY - IMG Activity

• Message number: 238

• Message text: SOBJ piece list for table/view &1 in object &2 is not consistent

What causes this issue?

Switch BC sets: The object bill of material (SOBJ) for table/view &V1&
in object &V2& is not identical with the bill of material for the
table/view in the Data Dictionary.

System Response

Object &V2& cannot be included in switch BC sets because not all
subobjects (in accordance with SOBJ) can be included in switch BC sets.

How to fix this error?

The (SAP) developer responsible for the object must compare the object
bill of material for table/view &V1& in transaction SOBJ with the bill
of material in the Data Dictionary (SE11) and adjust differences in the
subobject bill of material. To do this, the developer can use the
'Compare with Dictionary' button in transaction SOBJ. This button is
only active in change mode.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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_ACTIVITY238 - SOBJ piece list for table/view &1 in object &2 is not consistent ?

  The SAP error message S_CUS_IMG_ACTIVITY238 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the object definition for a specific table or view in the SAP system. This error typically arises during activities related to customizing or when trying to access certain configuration settings.
  Cause:
  The inconsistency can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing or Incomplete Customizing: The customizing settings for the specified object may not be fully defined or may be missing altogether.
  Transport Issues: If the object was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process that led to inconsistencies.
  Database Issues: There may be issues with the underlying database that affect the integrity of the table or view.
  Changes in the Data Dictionary: If there have been changes to the data dictionary (e.g., changes to the structure of the table or view) that have not been properly reflected in the customizing settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) and navigate to the relevant customizing area to ensure that all necessary settings for the object are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings. You may need to re-import the transport or correct any inconsistencies manually.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the definition of the table or view. Ensure that it matches the expected structure and that all fields are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Database Consistency:
  
  Run a consistency check on the database. You can use transaction DB02 to check for database inconsistencies and perform necessary repairs.
  
  
  
  Re-Generate the Object:
  
  If applicable, you can try to re-generate the object using transaction SE14 (Database Utility) or SE11 to ensure that the object is correctly defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SPRO, SE11, SE14, DB02
  SAP Notes: Always check for relevant SAP Notes that may provide fixes or additional information regarding the error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to customizing and data dictionary management for further insights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the error message S_CUS_IMG_ACTIVITY238.