How To Fix E2103 - Maintain field label

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E2 - DE Data Dictionary

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Maintain field label

What causes this issue?

You have not yet maintained a field label (short, medium and long
keyword and title) for the data element.

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?

You can enter a short, medium and long keyword and a title for the data
element.
If you do not want to maintain the field label, you do not have to do
anything else, but this is only meaningful for data elements that are
not used in a screen because the field label is used to represent the
field in the screen.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E2103 - Maintain field label ?

  The SAP error message E2103, which states "Maintain field label," typically occurs when a field label for a specific data element or field is missing or not properly defined in the system. This can happen in various contexts, such as during the creation or modification of data elements, tables, or screen layouts.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Field Label: The field in question does not have an associated label defined in the Data Dictionary (SE11).
  Incorrect Configuration: The field might be incorrectly configured or not activated properly.
  Transport Issues: If the object was transported from one system to another, the field label might not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Field Label:
  
  Go to transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Enter the name of the data element or table that is causing the error.
  Check if the field label is defined. If not, you can create or modify the field label.
  Ensure that you provide a short text and a long text for the field label.
  
  
  
  Activate the Object:
  
  After defining the field label, make sure to activate the data element or table to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary objects, including field labels, were included.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If the error occurs in a custom program or screen, review the code to ensure that it references the correct field and that the field label is properly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the specific field or data element, consult the SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to define field labels.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module), SE38 (ABAP Editor).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Field Labels: Field labels are important for user interfaces and reports, as they provide meaningful names for fields, enhancing user experience.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or ABAP development team for further assistance.