How To Fix COM_TEXT_CUST008 - Field &2 not available in table &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_TEXT_CUST - Messages for Text Customizing

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Field &2 not available in table &1

What causes this issue?

You have entered a field name that is not in the table or structure.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

The entry must either be replaced by another field, or else deleted.
The F4 Help enables you to choose from all fields allowed.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_TEXT_CUST008 - Field &2 not available in table &1 ?

  The SAP error message COM_TEXT_CUST008 indicates that a specific field (denoted as &2) is not available in the specified table (denoted as &1). This error typically arises in the context of customizing or configuring text elements in SAP, particularly when dealing with text management in various modules.
  Cause:
  
  Field Not Defined: The field you are trying to access or manipulate does not exist in the specified table. This could be due to a typo in the field name or an incorrect table reference.
  Table Structure Changes: If there have been recent changes to the database schema or table structure (e.g., during an upgrade or customization), the field may have been removed or renamed.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain fields in the table, leading to this error.
  Incorrect Configuration: The error may also arise from incorrect configuration settings in the customizing transactions related to text management.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field and Table Names: Verify that the field name (&2) and table name (&1) are correct. You can do this by checking the Data Dictionary (SE11) in SAP.
  Review Table Structure: Use transaction SE11 to look at the structure of the specified table and confirm whether the field exists. If it does not, you may need to adjust your configuration or code accordingly.
  Check for Customizations: If there have been custom developments or modifications, ensure that they are correctly implemented and that they reference the correct fields and tables.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the field in question. You can check this using transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant SAP documentation or notes that may provide insights into changes in the table structure or field availability.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is related to a recent upgrade or patch.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE37 (Function Module), SE80 (Object Navigator), SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to the specific error message or the tables and fields involved.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints to trace where the error occurs in the code, which may provide additional context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the COM_TEXT_CUST008 error in your SAP system.