How To Fix 88399 - Field &1 does not exist in table &2

88399 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 88 - REA Processing

• Message number: 399

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 88399 - Field &1 does not exist in table &2 ?

  The SAP error message "88399 Field &1 does not exist in table &2" indicates that a specific field (denoted by &1) is being referenced in a context where it is expected to exist in a particular database table (denoted by &2), but it does not. This error typically arises during data processing, report generation, or when executing a transaction that involves database operations.
  Causes:
  
  Field Name Typo: There may be a typographical error in the field name being referenced.
  Table Structure Changes: The database table structure may have changed (e.g., a field was removed or renamed) after the code was written.
  Incorrect Table Reference: The code may be referencing the wrong table where the field is not present.
  Custom Development Issues: If there are custom programs or enhancements, they may not be aligned with the current database schema.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the target system may not have