How To Fix >4350 - Formal error: Field &1 does not exist in table &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >4 - SAP File Transfer Protocol

• Message number: 350

• Message text: Formal error: Field &1 does not exist in table &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >4350 - Formal error: Field &1 does not exist in table &2 ?

  The SAP error message "4350 Formal error: Field &1 does not exist in table &2" indicates that there is an issue with a field reference in your ABAP program or data dictionary. Specifically, it means that the program is trying to access a field (denoted by &1) that is not defined in the specified table (denoted by &2).
  Causes:
  
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the field name or table name in your code.
  Field Removal: The field may have been removed from the table in a recent change or upgrade.
  Incorrect Table Reference: The program may be referencing the wrong table or structure.
  Data Dictionary Changes: Changes in the data dictionary (like transport requests) may not have been properly activated or imported.
  Version Mismatch: If you are working in a system that has different versions of the data dictionary, the field may exist in one version but not in another.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Field and Table Names: Verify that the field name and table name are correct in your code. Ensure there are no typos.
  Review Data Dictionary: Use transaction SE11 to check the structure of the table in question. Confirm that the field exists in the table.
  Activate Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data dictionary, ensure that all changes are activated. You can do this in transaction SE11 or SE14.
  Check Transport Requests: If the changes were made in a different system, ensure that the transport requests have been properly imported and activated in your current system.
  Debugging: If you are unable to find the issue, consider using the debugger to trace where the error occurs in the code. This can help you identify the exact point of failure.
  Consult Documentation: If the field is supposed to exist based on documentation or specifications, consult with your development team or SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE37: Function Module
  SE38: ABAP Editor
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific table or field.
  ABAP Development: Familiarity with ABAP programming and data dictionary concepts will be helpful in troubleshooting this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message.