How To Fix /CFG/DB169 - Failed to get local info for field &1 for &2 &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CFG/DB -

• Message number: 169

• Message text: Failed to get local info for field &1 for &2 &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CFG/DB169 - Failed to get local info for field &1 for &2 &3 ?

  The SAP error message /CFG/DB169 Failed to get local info for field &1 for &2 &3 typically indicates an issue related to the configuration of a field in the database or a problem with the data dictionary. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during data processing, report generation, or when accessing certain transactions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field 
  Configuration Issues: The field specified in the error message may not be properly configured in the data dictionary (DDIC). This could be due to missing or incorrect definitions.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, there may be inconsistencies between the development and production environments.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the field or the related data.
  Database Issues: There could be underlying database issues, such as corruption or misconfiguration.
  Version Mismatch: If there are different versions of the software components, it may lead to incompatibility issues.
  
  
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