How To Fix CMS_BDT003 - Field statuses not defined for field status variant &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_BDT - BDT Messages in CMS

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Field statuses not defined for field status variant &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_BDT003 - Field statuses not defined for field status variant &1 ?

  The SAP error message CMS_BDT003, which states "Field statuses not defined for field status variant &1," typically occurs in the context of Business Data Toolset (BDT) configurations, particularly when dealing with field status variants in SAP.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that the system is unable to find a defined field status for the specified field status variant. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The field status variant has not been properly configured in the system.
  Incorrect Assignment: The field status variant may not be assigned to the relevant application or transaction.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to missing definitions.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the field status variant.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Field Status Variant Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration transaction (usually SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant area where field status variants are defined (e.g., Financial Accounting, Controlling).
  Ensure that the field status variant specified in the error message is correctly defined and has the necessary field statuses assigned.
  
  
  
  Assign Field Status Variant:
  
  Ensure that the field status variant is assigned to the relevant application or transaction. This can usually be done in the same configuration area where you defined the field status variant.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, check the transport requests to ensure that all necessary objects were included and transported correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the field status variant. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction or application again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OB28 (for field status variants) or SPRO (to access the configuration menu).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on field status variants and their configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to field status variants or the CMS_BDT003 error.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.