How To Fix SBEIF051 - You cannot read industry sector names (field ADDON) in mode &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SBEIF - Repository API Business Navigator

• Message number: 051

• Message text: You cannot read industry sector names (field ADDON) in mode &1

What causes this issue?

You selected industry sector <(>&<)>2 and mode <(>&<)>1.

System Response

Action refused because the industry sector information is not part of
the logical transport object. It can only be maintained in R/3, like a
translation.

How to fix this error?

Deselect ADDON or use mode SHOW.

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 SBEIF051 - You cannot read industry sector names (field ADDON) in mode &1 ?

  The SAP error message SBEIF051 indicates that there is an issue with reading industry sector names in a specific mode. The error message typically arises when the system is unable to access or retrieve the necessary data related to industry sectors due to the mode specified (indicated by &1 in the message).
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Mode: The mode specified in the error message may not be appropriate for reading industry sector names. This could happen if the system is in a mode that does not allow access to certain data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the industry sector data.
  Data Configuration: There may be a configuration issue or missing data in the relevant tables that store industry sector information.
  System Settings: The system settings or parameters may not be correctly configured to allow access to the industry sector names.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Mode: Verify the mode specified in the error message. Ensure that you are in the correct mode that allows reading industry sector names. If you are unsure, consult your SAP documentation or system administrator.
  User Authorizations: Check the user authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the industry sector data. This may involve reviewing roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Data Verification: Check the relevant tables (e.g., T005 for country codes and industry sectors) to ensure that the necessary data is present and correctly configured. If data is missing, it may need to be added or corrected.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address this specific error. SAP Notes often provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  System Configuration: Review the system configuration settings related to industry sectors. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on industry sectors and the specific transaction or module you are working with.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the SBEIF051 error in your SAP system.