How To Fix CPF072 - Custom structure &1 not found; check your configuration.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CPF -

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Custom structure &1 not found; check your configuration.

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CPF072 - Custom structure &1 not found; check your configuration. ?

  The SAP error message CPF072, which states "Custom structure &1 not found; check your configuration," typically indicates that the system is unable to locate a specified custom structure in the configuration. This can occur in various contexts, such as during the execution of a program, report, or transaction that relies on a custom-defined structure.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Structure Definition: The custom structure has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings may reference a structure that does not exist or has been deleted.
  Transport Issues: If the structure was recently transported from another system, the transport may not have been successful, or the structure may not have been included in the transport request.
  Namespace Issues: The structure may exist in a different namespace or client, leading to visibility issues.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the custom structure.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Structure Definition:
  
  Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) and check if the custom structure exists. If it does not, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings that reference the custom structure. Ensure that the correct name is being used and that it matches the structure defined in SE11.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the structure was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure it was included and successfully imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  Namespace Verification:
  
  Ensure that you are looking in the correct namespace. If the structure is part of a custom development, verify that it is in the correct package.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the custom structure. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the error occurs during a specific transaction or program, consider debugging the program to identify where the structure is being called and why it is not found.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE37: Function Builder (if the structure is used in a function module)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review any documentation related to the custom development to ensure that all necessary components are in place.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or updates related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CPF072 error and implement a solution to resolve it.