How To Fix AD975 - Field &-& (type & is no longer supported)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 975

• Message text: Field &-& (type & is no longer supported)

What causes this issue?

The domain on which the field is based has a data type which is no
longer supported in the current release.

System Response

Error message.

How to fix this error?

If you still need the object belonging to the field, change the data
type of the corresponding domain. The valid data types can be displayed
by pressing the F4 button in the field <LS>Data type</> in the
maintenance screen of the domain.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD975 - Field &-& (type & is no longer supported) ?

  The SAP error message AD975 indicates that a specific field in your SAP system is no longer supported due to changes in the underlying data model or the way SAP handles certain data types. This error typically arises when you are trying to access or manipulate a field that has been deprecated or removed in a newer version of SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Deprecated Fields: The field you are trying to use has been marked as deprecated in the current version of SAP.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model or structure of the database tables may have led to the removal or alteration of certain fields.
  Custom Code: If you have custom code or enhancements that reference the deprecated field, this can trigger the error.
  Version Upgrade: If your system has recently been upgraded, certain fields may no longer be available in the new version.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Field: Determine which field is causing the error by checking the error message details. The message will typically specify the field name and type.
  Check Documentation: Review the SAP release notes or documentation for the version you are using to understand the changes made to the data model and which fields have been deprecated.
  Update Custom Code: If the error is caused by custom code, you will need to update the code to remove references to the deprecated field and replace it with the appropriate alternative field or logic.
  Use Alternative Fields: Look for alternative fields that provide similar functionality and update your code or configuration to use these fields instead.
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may provide guidance on how to handle the deprecated field or suggest alternative approaches.
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, thoroughly test the affected functionality to ensure that it works as expected without the deprecated field.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for specific guidance on the error message AD975. SAP Notes often contain important information about known issues, workarounds, and solutions.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered the same issue and what solutions they have implemented.
  SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the AD975 error and ensure that your SAP system functions correctly without relying on deprecated fields.