How To Fix BL236 - Display profile: Field catalog messages: No structure &1 (see long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BL - Application Log

• Message number: 236

• Message text: Display profile: Field catalog messages: No structure &1 (see long text)

Application Log: Display logs:
The message field catalog (MESS_FCAT) is incorrectly defined in the
display profile I_S_DISPLAY_PROFILE
Entry &V2& has the DDIC structure name:
REF_TABLE: &V1&
This structure is either non-existent (or inactive) or not flat
(contains nested structures or tables).

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BL236 - Display profile: Field catalog messages: No structure &1 (see long text) ?

  The SAP error message BL236 typically indicates that there is an issue with the display profile in the context of field catalogs. This error occurs when the system cannot find the specified structure for the field catalog that is being referenced. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Structure: The structure specified in the display profile does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the structure name or the structure not being created or activated.
  Incorrect Configuration: The display profile may be incorrectly configured, pointing to a non-existent or incorrect field catalog.
  Transport Issues: If the structure was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or may not exist in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the structure or field catalog.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Structure Name: Verify that the structure name referenced in the error message is correct. You can do this by checking the configuration settings for the display profile.
  Create/Activate Structure: If the structure does not exist, you may need to create it or activate it if it is in a development state.
  Review Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for the display profile and ensure that all references to field catalogs and structures are correct.
  Transport Check: If the structure was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully transported to the target system.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the structure. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or module you are working with for any additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to check transaction codes related to field catalogs and display profiles, such as SE11 (Data Dictionary) to look up structures.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.