How To Fix CACSCUST003 - Field &2 is not in the expected place in table &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CACSCUST - Messages from Copy and Transport Area of Customizing

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Field &2 is not in the expected place in table &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CACSCUST003 - Field &2 is not in the expected place in table &1 ?

  The SAP error message CACSCUST003 indicates that a field in a specific table is not located where the system expects it to be. This error typically arises during configuration or data entry processes, particularly in the context of customizing settings in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  
  Field Positioning: The field in question (&2) is not in the expected position in the specified table (&1). This can happen if:
  
  The table structure has been modified (e.g., fields added, removed, or reordered).
  There is a mismatch between the expected structure and the actual structure due to a system upgrade or a transport request that did not execute correctly.
  Custom developments or modifications have altered the standard table layout.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Customization: If the customization settings do not align with the current table structure, this error can occur.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production) and the transport did not include all necessary objects or was not executed properly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Table Structure: 
  
  Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the structure of the table (&1). Verify if the field (&2) is present and in the expected position.
  If the field is missing or in a different position, you may need to adjust your customization or correct the table structure.
  
  
  
  Review Customizations: 
  
  Go through the customization settings related to the table and ensure they are correctly configured.
  If you have made recent changes, consider reverting them or adjusting them to match the expected structure.
  
  
  
  Transport Management: 
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and that the transport was successful.
  If needed, re-transport the objects or manually adjust the settings in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review any relevant SAP notes or documentation that may provide insights into the specific table and field in question.
  
  
  
  Debugging: 
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints to see where the error is triggered and gather more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module), and SE38 (ABAP Program).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address known issues related to the specific table or field.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation related to the specific module or functionality you are working with.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.