5G804 - Field & does not exist in table &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5G - HR: Messages for Britain

• Message number: 804

• Message text: Field & does not exist in table &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5G804 - Field & does not exist in table & ?

  The SAP error message 5G804 indicates that a specific field does not exist in the specified table. This error typically arises during data processing or when trying to access a field that is either misspelled, not defined in the database schema, or not available in the context of the operation being performed.
  Cause:
  
  Field Name Typo: The field name specified in the error message may have been misspelled or incorrectly referenced in the code or configuration.
  Table Structure Changes: The table structure may have changed (e.g., fields added or removed) due to updates or modifications in the database schema.
  Incorrect Table Reference: The table being referenced may not be the correct one for the operation being performed.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain fields in a table.
  Data Dictionary Issues: There may be inconsistencies or issues in the data dictionary that need to be resolved.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Name: Verify that the field name is spelled correctly and matches the definition in the data dictionary (SE11).
  Review Table Structure: Use transaction SE11 to check the structure of the table in question and confirm that the field exists.
  Update Code/Configuration: If the field has been removed or renamed, update any custom code or configuration that references the old field.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the table and its fields.
  Consult Documentation: If the error occurs after a system upgrade or patch, consult the release notes or documentation for any changes to the data model.
  Debugging: If you are a developer, use the debugger to trace the execution and identify where the error is occurring.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary (to check table structure)
  SE80: Object Navigator (to check related programs or objects)
  SE37: Function Module (if the error occurs in a function module)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address known issues related to this error.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community or other forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.