How To Fix AD181 - Field name missing from table. Saving not poss. |

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 181

• Message text: Field name missing from table. Saving not poss. |

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD181 - Field name missing from table. Saving not poss. | ?

  The SAP error message AD181 ("Field name missing from table. Saving not possible.") typically occurs when you are trying to save a data record in a table, but the system cannot find a required field name in the specified table. This can happen for various reasons, including configuration issues, missing fields in the database, or inconsistencies in the data model.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Field in Table: The field you are trying to access or save data to does not exist in the specified database table.
  Incorrect Table Definition: The table definition in the Data Dictionary (SE11) may not match the actual database structure.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the transport may not have included all necessary changes.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications, they may not have been properly implemented or activated.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model that have not been reflected in the application logic.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Table Structure: Use transaction SE11 to check the structure of the table in question. Ensure that the field you are trying to access exists.
  Activate Changes: If you have made changes to the table structure, ensure that you have activated those changes.
  Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and successfully imported.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can debug the program or transaction that is causing the error to identify where the missing field is being referenced.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or program you are using to see if there are known issues or required configurations.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module), SE24 (Class Builder).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide guidance on similar issues.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other online resources where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AD181 error and implement a solution to resolve it.