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

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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 message is correctly defined in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant configuration or data dictionary (SE11).
  Review Parameter Settings: Look into the parameter settings where the error is occurring. Ensure that the parameter is correctly defined and that it references valid fields.
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and activated in the target system.
  System Consistency Check: Run consistency checks in the system to identify any discrepancies or missing objects. This can be done using transaction codes like SE03 or SE09.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific parameter or field to ensure that you are using it correctly.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE03 (Transport Organizer), and SE09 (Transport Management) to investigate the issue further.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction SM21) for any related errors or warnings that may provide more insight into the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the DH169 error and implement a solution to resolve it.