How To Fix DBOSC524 - Error while looking for field in data source '&2'; '&1' not found

DBOSC524 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DBOSC -

• Message number: 524

• Message text: Error while looking for field in data source '&2'; '&1' not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DBOSC524 - Error while looking for field in data source '&2'; '&1' not found ?

  The SAP error message DBOSC524 indicates that there is an issue with a data source where a specific field cannot be found. The message typically appears in the context of data extraction or reporting, and it suggests that the system is unable to locate a field that is expected to be present in the specified data source.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Name Mismatch: The field name specified in the error message does not exist in the data source. This could be due to a typo or an incorrect field name.
  Data Source Changes: The structure of the data source may have changed (e.g., fields added, removed, or renamed) after the data source was created or last used.
  Incorrect Data Source: The data source being referenced may not be the correct one for the operation being performed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the field in the data source.
  Transport Issues: If the