How To Fix CFD_REGISTRY_CHECK426 - Value Help Field &1 misses Text Path '&2'; Go to registry in edit mode

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 426

• Message text: Value Help Field &1 misses Text Path '&2'; Go to registry in edit mode

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFD_REGISTRY_CHECK426 - Value Help Field &1 misses Text Path '&2'; Go to registry in edit mode ?

  The SAP error message CFD_REGISTRY_CHECK426 indicates that there is an issue with a value help field in the context of a registry. Specifically, it suggests that the value help field (denoted as &1) is missing a text path (&2). This typically occurs in the context of configuration or data modeling in SAP, particularly when working with custom fields or value help definitions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Text Path: The error arises when the system expects a text path for a value help field but cannot find it. This can happen if the text path was not defined or was deleted.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the value help or the associated data model.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the text path may not have been included in the transport.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Edit the Registry:
  
  Go to the relevant registry in edit mode. This can usually be done through the SAP GUI or the relevant application where the registry is defined.
  Locate the value help field (&1) and check its configuration.
  Ensure that the text path (&2) is correctly defined and linked to the value help field.
  
  
  
  Define the Text Path:
  
  If the text path is missing, you will need to create or define it. This typically involves specifying the correct data source or table that contains the text values for the value help.
  Make sure that the text path points to a valid field that contains the descriptive text for the values.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects were included in the transport request. You may need to re-transport the missing configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the value help functionality to ensure that the error is resolved and that the value help displays the expected options.
  
  
  
  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 for common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation regarding value help configuration and registry management for detailed steps and best practices.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting on SAP community forums or platforms like SAP Community, where other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.