How To Fix COM_HIER_EXCHANGE002 - Table &1 or field &1 in table &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_HIER_EXCHANGE - Message for download of hierarchies

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Table &1 or field &1 in table &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_HIER_EXCHANGE002 - Table &1 or field &1 in table &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message COM_HIER_EXCHANGE002 indicates that there is an issue with a specific table or field not being found in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Composite Hierarchy Management or when dealing with master data in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Non-Existent Table or Field: The specified table (&1) or field (&1) in the specified table (&2) does not exist in the database. This could be due to:
  
  Typographical errors in the table or field names.
  The table or field has been deleted or renamed.
  The table or field is not activated or not part of the current data model.
  
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified table or field.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the system that is causing the hierarchy or data structure to be misaligned.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Table and Field Names: Verify that the table and field names specified in the error message are correct. You can do this by:
  
  Using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the table exists.
  Checking the field definitions within the table.
  
  
  
  Check for Deletions or Renames: If the table or field has been recently modified, check the change logs or consult with your development team to see if it has been deleted or renamed.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the specified table and field. You can check this using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  Data Model Activation: If the table or field is part of a custom development or enhancement, ensure that it has been properly activated in the system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or notes from SAP that may provide insights into the specific error and its resolution.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the program or transaction that is generating the error to identify the exact point of failure.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. You can search for the error message number or keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SE37 (Function Module) for further investigation.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement an appropriate solution.