How To Fix 37618 - Field text does not exist in ABAP Dictionary

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 37 - Screen Painter

• Message number: 618

• Message text: Field text does not exist in ABAP Dictionary

What causes this issue?

There is no text defined for the element in the ABAP Dictionary with
the required length (short, medium, long, heading).

System Response

The extisting text remains unchaged, and the element assumes the ABAP
Dictionary reference "Modified, fixed". This means that it is displayed
at runtime with the text that you defined on the screen.

How to fix this error?

Choose an ABAP Dictionary text with a different length, or enter the
required text in the ABAP Dictionary and then recreate the Dictionary
reference in the screen.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 37618 - Field text does not exist in ABAP Dictionary ?

  The SAP error message "37618: Field text does not exist in ABAP Dictionary" typically occurs when there is an attempt to access a field in the ABAP Dictionary that is not defined or does not exist. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when working with data elements, structures, or database tables.
  Causes:
  
  Field Name Typo: The field name specified in the code or configuration may have a typo or incorrect spelling.
  Field Not Defined: The field may not be defined in the ABAP Dictionary (SE11) or may have been deleted.
  Incorrect Data Element: The data element associated with the field may not exist or may have been changed.
  Transport Issues: If the field was recently created or modified, it may not have been transported correctly to the system where the error is occurring.
  Version Mismatch: The program or report may be referencing a field that exists in a different version of the data model.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Field Definition: Go to transaction SE11 and check if the field exists in the relevant table or structure. If it does not exist, you may need to create it or correct the reference.
  Correct Typo: Review the code or configuration where the error occurs and ensure that the field name is spelled correctly.
  Data Element Verification: If the field is supposed to reference a data element, ensure that the data element exists and is correctly defined.
  Transport Request: If the field was recently created or modified, ensure that the transport request has been successfully imported into the target system.
  Check Dependencies: If the field is part of a structure or table that has dependencies, ensure that all related objects are correctly defined and activated.
  Debugging: If the error occurs during runtime, use the debugger to trace the execution and identify where the invalid field reference is being made.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE37: Function Module
  SE38: ABAP Editor
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific module or area where the error occurs, as it may provide insights into field definitions and usage.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.