How To Fix CFD_DE_REPOSITORY_DB003 - Field &1 in extension &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFD_DE_REPOSITORY_DB - Custom Fields: Repository Persistence

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Field &1 in extension &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFD_DE_REPOSITORY_DB003 - Field &1 in extension &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CFD_DE_REPOSITORY_DB003, which states "Field &1 in extension &2 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP Cloud Application Programming (CAP) or when working with database extensions in SAP systems. This error indicates that the system is trying to access a field that is not defined in the specified extension.
  Cause:
  
  Field Definition Missing: The field specified in the error message (&1) is not defined in the database extension (&2). This could happen if the field was never created or if it was deleted or renamed.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the field name or extension name in the code or configuration.
  Inconsistent Metadata: The metadata in the database may not be in sync with the application code, possibly due to recent changes that were not properly deployed or activated.
  Versioning Issues: If you are working with different versions of the application or extensions, the field may exist in one version but not in another.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Definition: Verify that the field (&1) is correctly defined in the extension (&2). You can do this by checking the database schema or the extension definition in the development environment.
  Correct Typographical Errors: Review the code or configuration where the field is referenced and ensure that there are no typos in the field name or extension name.
  Synchronize Metadata: If there have been recent changes, ensure that the database schema is up to date. You may need to run a migration or update script to synchronize the metadata.
  Rebuild or Redeploy: If the issue persists, consider rebuilding the project or redeploying the application to ensure that all changes are correctly applied.
  Check Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation or release notes for any changes related to the extensions or fields that may have been introduced in recent updates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Community: You can search for similar issues on the SAP Community forums, where other users may have encountered and resolved the same error.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Debugging Tools: Utilize debugging tools within the SAP environment to trace the execution and identify where the error is occurring.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.