How To Fix AD071 - Data element & is not in ABAP Dictionary

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Data element & is not in ABAP Dictionary

What causes this issue?

The data element has not yet been created in the ABAP/4 Dictionary.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Create the data element using transaction SE11.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD071 - Data element & is not in ABAP Dictionary ?

  The SAP error message AD071 indicates that a specified data element is not found in the ABAP Dictionary. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when you are trying to use a data element that has not been defined or has been deleted from the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Data Element: The data element you are trying to use has not been created in the ABAP Dictionary.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the name of the data element.
  Transport Issues: If the data element was created in a different system and not transported correctly, it may not exist in the current system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the data element.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Element Name: Verify that the data element name is spelled correctly and exists in the ABAP Dictionary.
  
  You can do this by navigating to the ABAP Dictionary (transaction SE11) and searching for the data element.
  
  
  
  Create the Data Element: If the data element does not exist, you may need to create it.
  
  Go to transaction SE11, select "Data Element," and create a new data element with the required attributes.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests: If the data element was created in a different system, ensure that the transport request containing the data element has been imported into the current system.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the data element. You may need to contact your SAP security team for assistance.
  
  
  Check for Deletion: If the data element was previously available but is now missing, check if it has been deleted. You can look into the change logs or consult with your development team.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Dictionary: The ABAP Dictionary (transaction SE11) is the central repository for all data definitions in SAP. It includes data elements, domains, tables, views, and more.
  Data Element: A data element defines the technical attributes of a field in a table or structure, including its data type, length, and any associated domain.
  Transport Management System (TMS): This system is used to manage the transport of objects between different SAP systems (e.g., development, quality assurance, production).
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.