How To Fix 29620 - Field & not found in table STPOB

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 29 - Bills of Material

• Message number: 620

• Message text: Field & not found in table STPOB

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 29620 - Field & not found in table STPOB ?

  The SAP error message "29620 Field & not found in table STPOB" typically indicates that there is an issue with a field that is expected to be present in the STPOB table, but it is not found. This can occur for several reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Field Deletion or Renaming: The field in question may have been deleted or renamed in the database schema, which can happen during system upgrades or modifications.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements that reference this field, they may not be aligned with the current database structure.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport that caused the field to be missing.
  Database Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the database that prevent the field from being recognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Table Structure: Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the structure of the STPOB table and verify if the field exists. If it does not, you may need to investigate why it is missing.
  Review Custom Code: If there are custom programs or enhancements that reference the missing field, review the code to ensure it is compatible with the current table structure.
  Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate problems with the transport of the table structure.
  Database Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the database to identify and resolve any inconsistencies.
  Consult Documentation: If the field was part of a standard SAP upgrade or enhancement, consult the release notes or documentation for any changes made to the STPOB table.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  STPOB Table: This table is part of the SAP system and is used for storing object dependencies in the context of the SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) module.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SE37 (Function Module) to help diagnose and resolve issues.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.