How To Fix CFD_ABAP_MANAGED_FLD001 - Use a data element with domain to specify the data type of the field.


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: CFD_ABAP_MANAGED_FLD - Custom Fields: Messages of ABAP-Managed Fields

  • Message number: 001

  • Message text: Use a data element with domain to specify the data type of the field.

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  • What causes this issue?

    To use your database field in the app <ZK>Custom Fields and Logic</>,
    the data type of the field must be specified using a data element with
    domain.

    System Response

    The field labels specified in the data element will appear as field
    labels of your field, for example, in apps, reports<(>,<)> or print
    forms.
    The domain will be used by the app <ZK>Custom Fields and Logic</> as
    reusable data type specification.

    How to fix this error?

    Choose either an existing data element with domain<(>,<)> or create a
    new domain and data element in transaction SE11. The type specification
    of the domain must be compatible with the current built-in type
    specification of your database field.
    Start transaction SE11 and open the structure which contains your
    database field.
    Switch the data type specification for your field from <ZK>Built-In Type
    </> to <ZK>Component Type</>.
    Enter the data element name as <ZK>Component Type </>and activate the
    changes.

    Procedure for System Administrators

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


    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFD_ABAP_MANAGED_FLD001 - Use a data element with domain to specify the data type of the field. ?
    The SAP error message CFD_ABAP_MANAGED_FLD001 indicates that there is an issue with the definition of a field in an ABAP program or data structure. Specifically, it suggests that a data element with a domain should be used to specify the data type of the field, rather than using a direct data type definition.
    
    Cause: This error typically arises in the following scenarios: Direct Data Type Definition: The field is defined using a primitive data type (like CHAR, NUMC, etc.) instead of a data element that is associated with a domain. Field Definition in Structures: When defining fields in structures or tables, SAP recommends using data elements to ensure consistency and maintainability. Custom Development: In custom ABAP programs or enhancements, developers may inadvertently define fields without using data elements.
    Solution: To resolve this error, you should follow these steps: Identify the Field: Locate the field in your ABAP code or data structure that is causing the error. Create or Use

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