How To Fix CFD_DE_UTILITIES020 - Invalid path. Field &1 does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFD_DE_UTILITIES - Custom Fields: Data Source Extension Utilities

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Invalid path. Field &1 does not exist.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFD_DE_UTILITIES020 - Invalid path. Field &1 does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message CFD_DE_UTILITIES020, which states "Invalid path. Field &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of data extraction or data processing within SAP systems, particularly when dealing with data flows or data extraction processes.
  Cause:
  
  Field Name Mismatch: The field specified in the error message (&1) does not exist in the specified data structure or table. This could be due to a typo, a change in the data model, or an incorrect configuration.
  Incorrect Data Source: The data source or path being referenced may not be valid or may have been deleted or modified.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified field or data structure.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport, the field may not have been included or may not exist in the target environment.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Field Name: Check the spelling and case of the field name in the error message. Ensure that it matches the field names in the relevant data structure or table.
  Check Data Source: Ensure that the data source or path being referenced is correct and that the field exists in that context. You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the structure of the table or view.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the field. You can check this using transaction SU53 to see if there are any authorization issues.
  Check for Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model or transport requests, verify that the field is still present and correctly configured in the target environment.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the relevant ABAP code to see where the error is being triggered and gather more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SE37 (Function Module) to investigate the issue further.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review any documentation related to the data extraction or processing you are performing to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance, as they may have more insights into the specific configuration and setup of your SAP environment.