How To Fix AFX_WIZARDS089 - The global work area (WA) for the structure does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AFX_WIZARDS - Messages from AFX Wizards

• Message number: 089

• Message text: The global work area (WA) for the structure does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AFX_WIZARDS089 - The global work area (WA) for the structure does not exist ?

  The SAP error message AFX_WIZARDS089, which states "The global work area (WA) for the structure does not exist," typically occurs in the context of using the SAP ABAP Workbench, particularly when working with data structures or when trying to generate or manipulate data in a program or report.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Missing Global Data Declaration: The global work area (WA) for a specific structure has not been declared in the program. This can happen if the structure is not properly defined in the global data section of the ABAP program.
  
  
  Incorrect Structure Name: The structure name being referenced may be incorrect or misspelled, leading to the system not being able to find the corresponding work area.
  
  
  Scope Issues: The work area may be defined in a different scope (e.g., local vs. global) and is not accessible in the context where it is being referenced.
  
  
  Changes in Data