How To Fix /SMB/UTILITY010 - Given task is not a valid IMG activity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/UTILITY -

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Given task is not a valid IMG activity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/UTILITY010 - Given task is not a valid IMG activity ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/UTILITY010: Given task is not a valid IMG activity typically occurs when you are trying to execute a task in the Implementation Guide (IMG) that is either not recognized as a valid activity or is not properly configured in the system. This can happen for several reasons:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Activity Path: The path you are trying to access may be incorrect or does not exist in the current configuration of the system.
  Missing Authorization: You may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specific IMG activity.
  Inactive IMG Activity: The IMG activity you are trying to access may not be active or has been removed from the system.
  Transport Issues: If the IMG activity was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  System Version: The activity may not be available in your version of SAP, especially if it is a newer feature introduced in a later release.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify the Path: Double-check the path you are using to access the IMG activity. Ensure that it is correct and that you are following the right sequence.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that your user profile has the necessary authorizations to access the IMG activities. You may need to contact your system administrator to verify your permissions.
  Activate IMG Activity: If you have access to the configuration, check if the IMG activity is active. You can do this by navigating to the relevant section in the IMG and ensuring it is not marked as inactive.
  Transport Check: If the activity was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully imported and activated in your system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or release notes for your version to confirm whether the activity is available and if there are any prerequisites for accessing it.
  Use Transaction Codes: If you are trying to access the IMG through a transaction code, ensure that the transaction code is valid and corresponds to the correct IMG activity.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SPRO to access the IMG directly.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific IMG activity you are trying to access.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.