How To Fix CACS_MAP100 - Field '&1' in structure '&2' does not exist; type cannot be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CACS_MAP - Messages for Copy Services

• Message number: 100

• Message text: Field '&1' in structure '&2' does not exist; type cannot be determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CACS_MAP100 - Field '&1' in structure '&2' does not exist; type cannot be determined ?

  The SAP error message CACS_MAP100 indicates that there is an issue with a field in a structure that the system is trying to access. Specifically, the error states that the field '&1' in structure '&2' does not exist, and as a result, the type of the field cannot be determined. This error typically occurs in the context of configuration or data mapping in SAP systems, particularly in the SAP Customer Activity Repository (CAR) or SAP Convergent Charging (SAP CC).
  Causes:
  
  Field Name Typo: The field name specified in the error message may have been misspelled or incorrectly referenced in the code or configuration.
  Structure Changes: The structure '&2' may have been modified, and the field '&1' may have been removed or renamed in a recent update or customization.
  Incorrect Mapping: There may be an issue with the mapping configuration where the field is expected but not defined in the structure.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the transport may not have included all necessary objects, leading to missing fields.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Field and Structure Definitions: Verify that the field '&1' exists in the structure '&2'. You can do this by using transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to look up the structure and confirm the field's existence.
  Correct Typographical Errors: If there is a typo in the field name, correct it in the relevant configuration or code.
  Update Mapping Configuration: If the field has been renamed or removed, update the mapping configuration to reflect the current structure definition.
  Review Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary objects were included and properly imported.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or release notes for changes that may have affected the structure or field definitions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use SE11 to view and edit data dictionary objects, SE80 for object navigator, and SE37 for function modules that may be involved in the mapping.
  Debugging: If the error occurs during runtime, consider using transaction SE37 or SE80 to debug the function module or program that is generating the error.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for 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 CACS_MAP100 error and implement an appropriate solution.