How To Fix APB_FPM_CONF140 - Field &1 is not defined in feeder class (method GET_DEFINITION)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APB_FPM_CONF -

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Field &1 is not defined in feeder class (method GET_DEFINITION)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APB_FPM_CONF140 - Field &1 is not defined in feeder class (method GET_DEFINITION) ?

  The SAP error message APB_FPM_CONF140 indicates that a field referenced in a configuration is not defined in the feeder class's method GET_DEFINITION. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Fiori applications or Web Dynpro applications that utilize the Floorplan Manager (FPM).
  Cause:
  
  Field Not Defined: The field specified in the error message is not defined in the feeder class. This could be due to a typo in the field name or the field not being included in the data model.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration of the FPM application may reference fields that are not available in the underlying data model or feeder class.
  Changes in Data Model: If there have been recent changes to the data model or feeder class, the configuration may not have been updated accordingly.
  Transport Issues: If the application was transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies in the definitions between the systems.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Definition: Verify that the field mentioned in the error message is correctly defined in the feeder class. You can do this by checking the method GET_DEFINITION in the feeder class.
  Update Configuration: If the field is not defined, either update the feeder class to include the field or modify the configuration to remove the reference to the undefined field.
  Consistency Check: Ensure that the data model and feeder class are consistent with the configuration. If there have been changes, make sure all components are updated accordingly.
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, check that all necessary objects were transported correctly and that there are no missing dependencies.
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, you can debug the application to trace where the error occurs and gather more context about the missing field.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Feeder Class: This is a class that provides data to the FPM application. It typically implements methods like GET_DEFINITION, GET_DATA, etc.
  FPM Configuration: The configuration of the FPM application can be done through the FPM configuration editor, where you can define the UI elements and their properties.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, SAP releases notes that address specific problems with FPM applications.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for FPM and Web Dynpro for best practices on defining fields and configuring applications.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.