How To Fix S_CUS_IMG_ACTIVITY251 - Table/view &1 in object &2 was explicitly forbidden for Switch BC Sets

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_CUS_IMG_ACTIVITY - IMG Activity

• Message number: 251

• Message text: Table/view &1 in object &2 was explicitly forbidden for Switch BC Sets

What causes this issue?

Switch BC Sets: Table &V1& is explicitly forbidden in Switch BC Sets.

System Response

The table is explicitly forbidden in Switch BC Sets.
Table &V1& is used in object &V2&, so the object, with all its
subtables, cannot be used in Switch BC Sets.
The table (and the object) can only be delivered by transport.

How to fix this error?

You can see and maintain all tables which are explicitly forbidden for
Switch BC Sets, in the table <DS:RE.SCPRSTRANSP>SCPRSTRANSP</>. A reason
is specified here, as well as the name of the forbidden table.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_CUS_IMG_ACTIVITY251 - Table/view &1 in object &2 was explicitly forbidden for Switch BC Sets ?

  The SAP error message S_CUS_IMG_ACTIVITY251 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of Business Configuration (BC) Sets in the SAP system. This error typically arises when a user attempts to access or modify a table or view that has been explicitly forbidden for the current switch or BC Set.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the specified table/view.
  Switch Framework: The system is configured to restrict access to certain tables/views as part of the switch framework. This is often done to ensure that specific configurations are not altered unintentionally.
  BC Set Restrictions: The Business Configuration Set (BC Set) may have restrictions that prevent changes to certain objects, which can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to access the specified table/view. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Review Switch Settings: Check the switch settings in the system to see if the table/view is indeed restricted. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction codes (like SFW5) to manage switches.
  Consult Documentation: Review the documentation related to the specific BC Set and the switch framework to understand the restrictions in place.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you believe it should not be restricted, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They can provide insights into whether the restriction is by design or if there is a workaround.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SFW5 (Switch Framework) and SIMG (Implementation Guide) to manage and review switch settings and BC Sets.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context on handling BC Set restrictions.
  User Roles: Review the roles assigned to the user encountering the error to ensure they have the necessary permissions to perform the required actions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and potentially resolve the issue related to the S_CUS_IMG_ACTIVITY251 error message in your SAP system.