How To Fix CFD_ABAP_MANAGED_FLD046 - Remove field from 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: 046

• Message text: Remove field from structure &1. Do not activate changes.

What causes this issue?

When you enable your database field for use in the app Custom Fields and
Logic, the field is added to the ABAP dictionary structure <(>&<)>2 by
the system. To prevent the field from occurring twice in this structure,
it needs to be removed from the append structure or customer include
<(>&<)>1.

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?

Open transaction SE11.
Open the append structure or customer include <(>&<)>1 for editing.
If the append structure or customer include <(>&<)>1 contains more than
one field, remove the row with your field. Save your changes but do not
activate them yet.
If the append structure or customer include <(>&<)>1 contains only one
field, add a new row and introduce a dummy field temporarily. Save your
changes. After all other changes have been applied as well, you can
delete the append structure together with this dummy field.

Procedure for System Administrators

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_FLD046 - Remove field from structure &1. Do not activate changes. ?

  The SAP error message CFD_ABAP_MANAGED_FLD046 indicates that there is an issue with a field in a structure that is managed by the ABAP Dictionary. This error typically arises when you attempt to activate changes to a structure that includes a field that should not be present or is not allowed in that context.
  Cause:
  
  Field Removal: The error suggests that a field has been removed from a structure, but the system is preventing the activation of changes because the field is still referenced or required in some way.
  Inconsistent State: The structure may be in an inconsistent state due to previous changes that were not properly activated or due to dependencies on other objects.
  Field Management: The field in question may be managed by the ABAP Dictionary, and there are rules or constraints regarding its removal.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dependencies: Review the structure and check for any dependencies or references to the field you are trying to remove. Ensure that no other objects (like tables, views, or programs) are still using this field.
  Remove References: If there are references to the field in other objects, you will need to remove or update those references before you can successfully activate the changes.
  Revert Changes: If you are unsure about the changes made, consider reverting to a previous version of the structure that does not include the problematic field.
  Activate in Sequence: Sometimes, activating changes in a specific sequence can help. Ensure that all related objects are activated in the correct order.
  Check for Transport Requests: If the changes are part of a transport request, ensure that the transport is correctly configured and that there are no conflicts with other transports.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to view and modify structures, and SE80 (Object Navigator) to check for dependencies.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide specific fixes or workarounds.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for ABAP Dictionary management to understand the rules and constraints regarding field management and structure changes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or ABAP development team for further assistance, as they may have more insights into the specific configuration and dependencies in your SAP environment.