How To Fix CFD_ABAP_MANAGED_FLD015 - Append field to extension include structure &1. Do not activate changes.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Append field to extension include structure &1. Do not activate changes.

What causes this issue?

To make your database field available in the business context <(>&<)>2,
the field needs to be appended to the extension include structure
<(>&<)>1.

System Response

The extension include structure is provided by SAP. For fields which are
appended to this include structure, SAP takes care of the transfer of
field values throughout the application logic.

How to fix this error?

Open the extension include structure <(>&<)>1 in transaction SE11.
To open the dialog for append structures, press <ZK>F5.</>
To create a new append structure, press <ZK>Create Append</>. Enter the
field name as <ZK>Component</> and its data element as <ZK>Component
Type</>.
Save your changes but do not activate them!

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_FLD015 - Append field to extension include structure &1. Do not activate changes. ?

  The SAP error message CFD_ABAP_MANAGED_FLD015 typically occurs when you are trying to append a field to an extension include structure in ABAP, but the system is preventing you from activating the changes. This is often due to the way the extension includes are managed in SAP, particularly when they are associated with managed fields.
  Cause:
  
  Managed Fields: The error is related to the concept of managed fields in SAP. Managed fields are fields that are controlled by the system, and certain restrictions apply to them.
  Activation Restrictions: The system may have restrictions on activating changes to extension includes that are linked to managed fields. This is to ensure data integrity and consistency.
  Inconsistent State: There may be an inconsistency in the state of the data dictionary objects, or the system may be in a state where it cannot process the activation.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Managed Field Settings: Review the settings for the managed fields in your extension include. Ensure that you are following the guidelines for modifying managed fields.
  Use the Correct Method: Instead of directly appending fields to the extension include, consider using the appropriate method for adding fields to managed structures. This may involve using specific transactions or tools provided by SAP.
  Transport Request: Ensure that your changes are included in a transport request and that the transport request is properly released.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to managed fields and extension includes for specific guidelines and best practices.
  Check for Dependencies: Ensure that there are no dependencies or locks on the objects you are trying to modify. You can use transaction SE11 to check the status of the data dictionary objects.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SE37 (Function Builder) for managing ABAP objects.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to managed fields and extension includes for any known issues or additional guidance.
  ABAP Development Guidelines: Review the ABAP development guidelines provided by SAP to ensure compliance with best practices when modifying data dictionary objects.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CFD_ABAP_MANAGED_FLD015 error and successfully append fields to your extension include structure.