How To Fix AD112 - &-& (Reference field &-& does not exist)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 112

• Message text: &-& (Reference field &-& does not exist)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD112 - &-& (Reference field &-& does not exist) ?

  The SAP error message AD112 typically indicates that there is an issue with a reference field in your SAP system. The message "Reference field &-& does not exist" suggests that the system is trying to access a field that is not defined or does not exist in the specified context.
  Cause:
  
  Field Name Typo: There may be a typo in the field name being referenced in your program or configuration.
  Field Not Defined: The field may not be defined in the database table or structure you are working with.
  Incorrect Data Element: The data element associated with the field may not be correctly defined or may have been deleted.
  Transport Issues: If the error occurs after a transport, it could be that the transport did not include the necessary field definitions.
  Version Mismatch: If you are working in a system that has been upgraded or patched, the field may have been removed or renamed in the new version.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Definition: Verify that the field you are trying to reference actually exists in the relevant database table or structure. You can do this by using transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to look up the table or structure.
  Correct Typos: Ensure that there are no typographical errors in the field name in your code or configuration.
  Review Data Elements: Check the data element associated with the field to ensure it is correctly defined and has not been deleted.
  Transport Request: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary objects were included and properly imported.
  Debugging: If you are working with custom code, use the debugger to trace where the error occurs and verify the field references in the code.
  Consult Documentation: If the field is part of a standard SAP module, consult the SAP documentation or notes for any changes related to that field in recent updates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use SE11 for Data Dictionary, SE80 for Object Navigator, and SE37 for Function Modules to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or SAP Community Network (SCN) for insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AD112 error and implement a solution.