How To Fix AXT_COMMON016 - Dropdown list box &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AXT_COMMON - Extensibility common messages

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Dropdown list box &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AXT_COMMON016 - Dropdown list box &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message AXT_COMMON016 indicates that a dropdown list box (or a value help) for a specific field does not exist in the context where it is being called. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when a user tries to access a dropdown for a field that has not been properly configured or when the underlying data source for the dropdown is missing or incorrectly set up.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The dropdown list may not have been configured in the system for the specific field.
  Data Source Issues: The data source that populates the dropdown may be missing or incorrectly defined.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the dropdown values.
  Field Not Defined: The field for which the dropdown is being called may not be defined in the context of the transaction or program.
  Custom Development Issues: If the dropdown is part of a custom development (like a custom transaction or report), there may be issues in the code that prevent the dropdown from being displayed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify that the dropdown list is properly configured in the relevant transaction or program. This may involve checking the field settings in the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO).
  Review Data Source: Ensure that the data source for the dropdown is correctly defined and that it contains the necessary values. This may involve checking database tables or views that are supposed to provide the dropdown values.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the dropdown values. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  Field Definition: Confirm that the field is defined in the context of the transaction or program. If it is a custom field, ensure that it has been properly added to the relevant data structures.
  Debugging: If the issue is related to custom development, debugging the code may help identify where the dropdown is failing to load.
  Consult Documentation: Check SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or module to see if there are known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to the configuration of dropdowns, such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SPRO (Customizing).
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.