How To Fix CFD_PROXY_READ000 - Data type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFD_PROXY_READ - Messages for Proxy Read Access

• Message number: 000

• Message text: Data type &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFD_PROXY_READ000 - Data type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message "CFD_PROXY_READ000 Data type &1 does not exist" typically indicates that the system is trying to access a data type that is not defined or recognized in the context of the operation being performed. This error can occur in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with data types in Custom Fields and Logic (CFL) or when integrating with external systems.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data Type Definition: The specified data type (&1) has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the Custom Fields and Logic settings or in the integration settings.
  Transport Issues: If the data type was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included or activated properly.
  Version Mismatch: The data type may exist in a different version of the system or in a different client.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Data Type Definition:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE11 for Data Dictionary) and check if the data type exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or ensure that it is properly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Fields and Logic:
  
  Navigate to the Custom Fields and Logic application and verify that the field or logic that references the data type is correctly configured.
  Ensure that the data type is correctly assigned to the custom field.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  Re-import the transport if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check for Version Issues:
  
  Ensure that you are working in the correct system version and client. If you are in a development environment, check if the data type exists in the production environment as well.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and S/4HANA Custom Fields and Logic application.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.