How To Fix CFD_REGISTRY_CHECK403 - IRF Data Subject ID Field &1 does not exist; check the name

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFD_REGISTRY_CHECK - Custom Fields: Messages for Registry Check

• Message number: 403

• Message text: IRF Data Subject ID Field &1 does not exist; check the name

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFD_REGISTRY_CHECK403 - IRF Data Subject ID Field &1 does not exist; check the name ?

  The SAP error message "CFD_REGISTRY_CHECK403 IRF Data Subject ID Field &1 does not exist; check the name" typically indicates that there is an issue with the configuration or mapping of the Data Subject ID field in the context of the SAP Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) or Data Protection and Privacy functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  Field Name Mismatch: The specified Data Subject ID field (&1) does not exist in the system or is incorrectly named. This could be due to a typo or a change in the field name that has not been updated in the relevant configuration.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the ILM or data protection processes may not be set up correctly, leading to the system being unable to find the specified field.
  Missing Custom Fields: If the field is a custom field, it may not have been created or activated in the relevant data structures or tables.
  Transport Issues: If the system is part of a landscape with multiple environments (e.g., development, testing, production), the field may exist in one environment but not in another due to transport issues.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Name: Verify the name of the Data Subject ID field in the relevant configuration settings. Ensure that it matches exactly with what is defined in the system.
  Review Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for ILM or data protection and check if the Data Subject ID field is correctly defined and mapped.
  Create/Activate Field: If the field is custom and does not exist, you may need to create it in the relevant data structure or activate it if it has been created but not activated.
  Transport Validation: If you suspect a transport issue, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects have been transported correctly to the target environment.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to ILM and data protection for any specific requirements or configurations that may be necessary for the Data Subject ID field.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the Data Subject ID field is now recognized and that the error does not reoccur.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.