How To Fix DH169 - System field &2 defined as default value for parameter &1 does not exist

DH169 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DH - DD: Messages for search helps

• Message number: 169

• Message text: System field &2 defined as default value for parameter &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

The system field &V2& was assigned to parameter &V1& as
<DS:TX.DDDOK_SHLP_DEFAULT>default</>, but this field does not exist in
structure <LS>SYST</>

System Response

INCLUDE DDDOC_CANCEL

How to fix this error?

Check the notation of the system field. Modify or remove the entry for
the default for the specified parameter.
INCLUDE DDDOC_SHLP_HANDLE

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DH169 - System field &2 defined as default value for parameter &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message DH169 indicates that there is an issue with a system field that is defined as a default value for a parameter, but the system field does not exist. This can occur in various contexts, such as configuration settings, user parameters, or system settings.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Field: The system field referenced in the error message is not defined in the system. This could be due to a missing configuration or an incorrect reference.
  Incorrect Parameter Definition: The parameter itself may be incorrectly defined or may not be valid in the current context.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the field may not have been included or properly activated in the target system.
  Version Mismatch: If there are discrepancies between different system versions (e.g., development, quality assurance, production), certain fields may not exist in all environments.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Definition: Verify that the system field referenced in the error