How To Fix CFD_ABAP_MANAGED_FLD022 - After removal from structure &1, field will be missing in structure &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 022

• Message text: After removal from structure &1, field will be missing in structure &2.

What causes this issue?

Your database field needed to be removed from the append structure or
customer include <(>&<)>1. Then, the field needed to be appended to the
extension include structure <(>&<)>3. The extension include structure is
not part of the structure <(>&<)>2. Therefore, the field will no longer
be available in the structure <(>&<)>2.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check if the field is still needed in the structure <(>&<)>2.
If so, check if you can add the field to the structure using a new
append structure.
Please also check if the field still works where the structure is used.

Procedure for System Administrators

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_FLD022 - After removal from structure &1, field will be missing in structure &2. ?

  The SAP error message CFD_ABAP_MANAGED_FLD022 typically occurs when there is an inconsistency in the data structure definitions in your ABAP program or data model. This error indicates that a field has been removed from one structure (let's call it Structure &1), and as a result, it will be missing in another structure (Structure &2) that is dependent on the first one.
  Cause:
  
  Field Removal: The primary cause of this error is the removal of a field from a structure that is still being referenced elsewhere in the program or data model.
  Dependency Issues: If Structure &2 relies on Structure &1, removing a field from Structure &1 without updating Structure &2 can lead to this error.
  Inconsistent Data Model: Changes in the data model that are not properly propagated can lead to inconsistencies, resulting in this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Structure Definitions: Review the definitions of both structures (Structure &1 and Structure &2) to understand the dependencies and the fields involved.
  Update Dependent Structures: If a field has been removed from Structure &1, you may need to update Structure &2 to reflect this change. This could involve:
  
  Removing references to the missing field in Structure &2.
  Adjusting any related code that interacts with these structures.
  
  
  Rebuild or Adjust Data Model: If the structures are part of a larger data model, ensure that all related components are updated to maintain consistency.
  Transport Requests: If the changes were made in a development environment, ensure that the transport requests are correctly managed and that the changes are reflected in the target environment.
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, thoroughly test the affected areas of the application to ensure that the error is resolved and that no new issues have been introduced.
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Dictionary: Familiarize yourself with the ABAP Dictionary (SE11) to understand how structures are defined and managed.
  Change Logs: Check change logs or documentation to see if there was a recent change that led to the removal of the field.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on best practices for managing structures and fields.
  Debugging: Use debugging tools to trace where the error is being triggered in the code, which can help identify the specific references to the missing field.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CFD_ABAP_MANAGED_FLD022 error and ensure that your structures are consistent and correctly defined.