How To Fix ECH_PLA_CUSTOM003 - Structure &1 does not contain component &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ECH_PLA_CUSTOM -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Structure &1 does not contain component &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ECH_PLA_CUSTOM003 - Structure &1 does not contain component &2 ?

  The SAP error message ECH_PLA_CUSTOM003 indicates that a specific structure does not contain a component that is being referenced. This error typically arises in the context of custom developments or enhancements where a structure is expected to have certain fields or components, but those fields are either missing or incorrectly defined.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Component: The structure defined in the ABAP program or configuration does not include the component (field) that is being referenced.
  Incorrect Structure Definition: The structure may have been modified, and the component was removed or renamed without updating all references to it.
  Data Dictionary Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the Data Dictionary (SE11) where the structure is defined.
  Custom Development: If this error occurs in a custom program or enhancement, it may be due to incorrect coding or assumptions about the structure's definition.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Structure Definition:
  
  Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Enter the name of the structure indicated in the error message (replace &1 with the actual structure name).
  Verify that the component (replace &2 with the actual component name) exists in the structure definition.
  
  
  
  Update References:
  
  If the component has been removed or renamed, update all references in the code or configuration to match the current structure definition.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the error occurs during runtime, use the debugger to trace back to where the structure is being accessed and identify the exact point of failure.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Code:
  
  Review any custom ABAP code or enhancements that may be referencing the structure. Ensure that they are aligned with the current definition of the structure.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If this error appears after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly and that the target system has the same structure definitions as the source system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the structure is part of a standard SAP module, consult the relevant SAP documentation or notes for any changes or updates that may have affected the structure.
  
  
  
  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 related to the specific structure or component.
  Debugging Tools: Use the ABAP debugger to step through the code and identify where the error is triggered.
  Custom Development Guidelines: Follow best practices for custom development to ensure that changes to structures are well-documented and communicated.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.