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

AD112 - Overview

• 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