How To Fix TB641 - Unable to analyze Customizing objects with type 'Dummy'

TB641 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TB - SM31 table maintenance messages

• Message number: 641

• Message text: Unable to analyze Customizing objects with type 'Dummy'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TB641 - Unable to analyze Customizing objects with type 'Dummy' ?

  The SAP error message TB641, which states "Unable to analyze Customizing objects with type 'Dummy'," typically occurs during the analysis of customizing objects in the SAP system. This error is often related to issues with the configuration or the way certain customizing objects are defined or referenced.
  
  Cause:
  
  Dummy Object Type: The error indicates that the system encountered a "Dummy" object type, which is not a valid or recognized type for analysis. This can happen if there are entries in the customizing tables that are not properly defined or are placeholders.
  Missing or Incomplete Configuration: The customizing objects may not have been fully configured or may be incomplete, leading to the system being unable to analyze them.
  Transport Issues: If the customizing objects were transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport process that left the objects in an inconsistent state.
  System Version or Patch Level: Sometimes, the error