How To Fix /BOFU/FC_MSG021 - Field control profile &2 for the business object &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOFU/FC_MSG -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Field control profile &2 for the business object &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOFU/FC_MSG021 - Field control profile &2 for the business object &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /BOFU/FC_MSG021 indicates that a field control profile for a specific business object does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Business Object Framework (BOF) or when working with field control profiles in SAP applications.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Field Control Profile: The specified field control profile for the business object is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the business object may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Transport Issues: If the field control profile was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included or may not have been activated properly.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications, the field control profile may not have been created or linked correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Field Control Profiles:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to the relevant section for field control profiles and verify if the profile exists for the specified business object.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create a new field control profile.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Field Control Profile:
  
  If the profile is missing, create a new field control profile using the appropriate transaction (e.g., BOFU or related configuration transactions).
  Ensure that the profile is correctly linked to the business object in question.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that the field control profile was included and activated in the target system.
  If necessary, re-transport the relevant objects.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Code:
  
  If there are custom developments, review the code to ensure that it correctly references the field control profile.
  Make adjustments as necessary to ensure that the profile is being called correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to field control profiles and the specific business object to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO, BOFU, and others related to business object configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights or similar cases.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.