How To Fix APB_FPM_GUIBB011 - Undefined field catalog received from feeder class &1, method &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APB_FPM_GUIBB -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Undefined field catalog received from feeder class &1, method &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APB_FPM_GUIBB011 - Undefined field catalog received from feeder class &1, method &2 ?

  The SAP error message APB_FPM_GUIBB011 indicates that there is an issue with the field catalog being used in a FPM (Floorplan Manager) application. This error typically arises when the feeder class does not provide a valid field catalog to the FPM component, which is necessary for rendering the UI elements correctly.
  Cause:
  
  
  Undefined Field Catalog: The feeder class specified in the error message is not returning a valid field catalog. This could be due to:
  
  The feeder class method not being implemented correctly.
  The field catalog not being defined or populated properly in the feeder class.
  A mismatch between the expected field catalog structure and what is being provided.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the FPM application that lead to the feeder class not being called correctly or not returning the expected data.
  
  
  Data Model Issues: If the data model used by the feeder class is not correctly set up or if there are issues with the underlying data, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Feeder Class Implementation:
  
  Review the feeder class and ensure that the method specified in the error message is correctly implemented.
  Ensure that the method is returning a valid field catalog. The field catalog should be defined according to the expected structure.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  Use the debugger to step through the feeder class method to see if it is being called and what it is returning.
  Check for any exceptions or errors that might be occurring within the method.
  
  
  
  Field Catalog Definition:
  
  Ensure that the field catalog is defined correctly in the feeder class. It should include all necessary fields and their properties.
  Verify that the field names in the catalog match those expected by the FPM component.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Check the FPM configuration to ensure that the feeder class is correctly assigned to the FPM application.
  Review any related configuration settings that might affect the field catalog.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the application to see if the error persists.
  If possible, create a simple test case to isolate the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on similar issues.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for FPM and feeder classes to ensure compliance with best practices.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.