How To Fix ABADR022 - Field attributes can only be displayed for the other fields

ABADR022 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ABADR - Message Class for Characteristic Derivation

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Field attributes can only be displayed for the other fields

What causes this issue?

Field attributes only exist for
Source fields
Target fields
the table fields being transferred by table lookups.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ABADR022 - Field attributes can only be displayed for the other fields ?

  The SAP error message ABADR022 indicates that there is an issue with the field attributes in the context of a data dictionary or screen field. Specifically, it suggests that the field attributes you are trying to display or manipulate are not applicable for the current field or context.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Type Mismatch: The field you are trying to access may not support the attributes you are trying to display. For example, certain attributes can only be applied to specific data types or field types.
  Context Issues: The error may arise if you are trying to access field attributes in a context where they are not valid, such as in a screen or program that does not support those attributes.
  Technical Settings: The technical settings of the field in the data dictionary may not allow for the display of certain attributes.
  Custom Development: If you are working with custom fields or screens, there may be issues