How To Fix SV658 - Function group & is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SV - View Maintenance: Customize Messages

• Message number: 658

• Message text: Function group & is invalid

What causes this issue?

The function group &V1& either contains a special character, or does
not comply with the naming conventions.

System Response

The generation was cancelled.

How to fix this error?

Check the names of the function group &V1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SV658 - Function group & is invalid ?

  The SAP error message SV658, which states "Function group & is invalid," typically indicates that the specified function group in your SAP system is either not defined, has been deleted, or is not activated. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to execute a function module or when working with custom developments.
  Causes:
  
  Non-existent Function Group: The function group specified in the error message does not exist in the SAP system.
  Deleted Function Group: The function group may have been deleted or is not available in the current client.
  Inactive Function Group: The function group exists but has not been activated, which means it cannot be used.
  Transport Issues: If the function group was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations to access the function group can also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Function Group Existence:
  
  Use transaction code SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE37 (Function Builder) to check if the function group exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a transport request if it was deleted.
  
  
  
  Activate the Function Group:
  
  If the function group exists but is inactive, you can activate it using transaction SE80 or SE37. 
  Navigate to the function group and activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the function group was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the transport.
  Ensure that all necessary objects related to the function group were included in the transport.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the function group. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the error occurs during a specific transaction or program, consider debugging the program to identify where the function group is being called and why it is failing.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any related documentation or notes in the SAP Support Portal for additional guidance or known issues related to the specific function group.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Builder), SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE24 (Class Builder).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the function group or the specific error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.