How To Fix CG039 - Field definitions &, & do not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CG - VarChart graphic (network, hierarchy, Gantt chart)

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Field definitions &, & do not exist

What causes this issue?

The field definitions do not exist.

System Response

The graphic is not generated.

How to fix this error?

Maintain the field definitions if you have the necessary authorization.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CG039 - Field definitions &, & do not exist ?

  The SAP error message CG039, which states "Field definitions &, & do not exist," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when there is an issue with field definitions in the context of a specific transaction or report. This error can arise in various modules, particularly in the areas of Material Management (MM) or Production Planning (PP), where field definitions are crucial for data processing.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Field Definitions: The error often indicates that the system is trying to access a field that has not been defined in the database or in the relevant data structure.
  Incorrect Configuration: If the configuration settings for a particular module or transaction are incorrect, it may lead to the system looking for fields that do not exist.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from a development environment to a production environment, and the transport did not include all necessary field definitions, this error may occur.
  Custom Development: If there are custom fields or enhancements that have not been properly defined or activated, this can lead to the error.
  Data Dictionary Issues: Problems in the Data Dictionary (DDIC) where the field definitions are stored can also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Field Definitions: Verify that the field definitions in the relevant data structure or table exist. You can do this by using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the definitions.
  Review Configuration: Go through the configuration settings in the relevant module to ensure that all necessary fields are defined and correctly configured.
  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.
  Custom Code Review: If there are custom developments, review the code to ensure that all fields are properly defined and that there are no typos or logical errors.
  Data Dictionary Consistency: Use transaction SE14 (Database Utility) to check the consistency of the database objects and repair any inconsistencies if necessary.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module or transaction to see if there are known issues or patches available.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the error message CG039. SAP frequently releases notes that address specific errors and provide solutions or workarounds.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for troubleshooting.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CG039 error and implement a solution to resolve it.