How To Fix CFD_ABAP_MANAGED_FLD003 - Use a domain in the data element of the field to specify its data type.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 003

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

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 domain will be used by the app <ZK>Custom Fields and Logic</> as
reusable data type specification.

How to fix this error?

Open transaction SE11.
Choose either an existing domain or create a new domain. The data type
specification of the domain must be compatible with the current built-in
type specification of the data element.
Open the data element used for your database field. To do so, enter the
name of the data element in the <ZK>Data Type </>entry field on the
initial screen of the transaction SE11. Press the <ZG>F4</> key.
Switch the data type specification of the data element from <ZK>Built-In
Type</> to <ZK>Domain</>.
If you cannot change the existing data element, copy it and assign the
copied data element to your database field.
Enter the domain name and activate your 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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFD_ABAP_MANAGED_FLD003 - Use a domain in the data element of the field to specify its data type. ?

  The SAP error message CFD_ABAP_MANAGED_FLD003 indicates that there is an issue with the definition of a field in a data structure or table. Specifically, it suggests that the data element of the field does not use a domain to specify its data type. In SAP, a domain defines the technical attributes of a field, such as its data type, length, and possible values. 
  Cause:
  The error typically arises in the following scenarios:
  
  Field Definition: A field is defined using a data element that does not reference a domain. This can happen if the data element was created without associating it with a domain.
  Custom Development: In custom ABAP development, developers may create fields or data elements without adhering to the best practices of using domains.
  Inconsistent Data Model: The data model may have inconsistencies where fields are defined without proper data types.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Data Element:
  
  Go to the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11).
  Look for the data element associated with the field that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the data element is linked to a domain. If it is not, you will need to create a new domain or modify the existing data element to reference a domain.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Domain:
  
  If a suitable domain does not exist, create a new domain that defines the required data type and attributes.
  If the data element is incorrectly defined, modify it to reference the appropriate domain.
  
  
  
  Adjust Field Definitions:
  
  If the field is part of a structure or table, ensure that the field definition uses the corrected data element that now references a domain.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that you transport the changes to the appropriate environments (e.g., quality assurance, production) after testing.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the changes, test the application or report that was generating the error to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Data Dictionary (SE11): This is the primary tool for managing data elements, domains, tables, and structures in SAP.
  ABAP Development: Understanding how to properly define data elements and domains is crucial for ABAP development.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CFD_ABAP_MANAGED_FLD003 error and ensure that your field definitions are compliant with SAP standards.