How To Fix CNV_DMC_MD_EXTRACTOR016 - The type of field &1-&2 is missing

CNV_DMC_MD_EXTRACTOR016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_DMC_MD_EXTRACTOR - meta data extractor message class

• Message number: 016

• Message text: The type of field &1-&2 is missing

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CNV_DMC_MD_EXTRACTOR016 - Details

• The SAP error message CNV_DMC_MD_EXTRACTOR016 indicates that there is a missing field type in the data extraction process, specifically for the field identified by &1-&2. This error typically occurs during data migration or extraction processes, particularly when using the SAP Data Migration Cockpit (DMC) or similar tools.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Field Definition: The field type for the specified field is not defined in the system. This could happen if the field is newly created or if there are inconsistencies in the data model.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the data extraction might not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the field type.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a mismatch between the source and target systems, especially if they are on different versions of SAP or if there have been changes in the data model.
  Transport Issues: If the data model or field definitions were transported from one system to another, there