How To Fix EM007 - Field must exist in customer structure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EM - IS-U Migration

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Field must exist in customer structure

What causes this issue?

The selected field is a required field and must be included in the the
customer structure.

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?

Select the checkbox for <LS>customer structure</> in the selected
field.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EM007 - Field must exist in customer structure ?

  The SAP error message EM007 ("Field must exist in customer structure") typically occurs when there is an issue with the data structure in a custom development or enhancement. This error indicates that a required field is missing from the customer-specific structure that is expected by the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Field in Structure: The field that the system is trying to access or manipulate does not exist in the custom structure defined for the customer.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings may not have been properly set up to include the necessary fields in the customer structure.
  Custom Development Issues: If there are custom programs, user exits, or enhancements, they may not be correctly referencing the fields in the structure.
  Transport Issues: If the structure was recently transported from a development environment to a production environment, the transport may not have included all necessary changes.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Structure: Verify that the required field is indeed defined in the customer structure. You can do this by navigating to the relevant data dictionary (SE11) and checking the structure definition.
  Modify the Structure: If the field is missing, you may need to add it to the structure. This typically requires access to the ABAP Dictionary and may involve working with your ABAP team.
  Review Custom Code: If there are custom programs or enhancements, review the code to ensure that it is correctly referencing the fields in the structure. Make necessary adjustments if there are discrepancies.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings related to the structure to ensure that all necessary fields are included.
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request. You may need to re-transport or adjust the transport request.
  Consult Documentation: If applicable, refer to any documentation related to the custom development or enhancements to ensure compliance with expected structures.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SE37 (Function Module) to investigate the structures and related objects.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Debugging: If you have access, you can debug the program to see where the error is being triggered and gather more context about the missing field.
  Collaboration: Work with your technical team (ABAP developers) to resolve the issue, especially if it involves custom code or structures.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EM007 error and implement a solution to resolve it.