How To Fix F4687 - Field & is missing on reference screen

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F4 - Line items/balances/configuration

• Message number: 687

• Message text: Field & is missing on reference screen

What causes this issue?

Field &V1& can no longer be used for fast entry. The selected variant
still contains this field. By saving the variant, the field is deleted.
This results in a corresponding space on the entry screen in which you
can enter any other field.

System Response

The system informs you that the variant will be changed.

How to fix this error?

Save the variant.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F4687 - Field & is missing on reference screen ?

  The SAP error message F4687 ("Field & is missing on reference screen") typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with document entry or posting in SAP. This error indicates that a required field is not available on the reference screen that is being used for the transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Field Configuration: The field that is expected to be present on the reference screen may not be configured correctly in the system.
  Screen Variants: If screen variants are used, the specific field may have been hidden or removed from the variant.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the field.
  Custom Development: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the SAP system, they may inadvertently affect the visibility of certain fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Field Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction code (e.g., FB01, F-02) and check the field settings in the configuration.
  Use transaction code SPRO to navigate to the relevant configuration settings for Financial Accounting and ensure that the field is included in the screen layout.
  
  
  
  Review Screen Variants:
  
  Check if there are any screen variants applied that might be hiding the field. You can do this by using transaction code SHD0 to manage screen variants.
  If a variant is causing the issue, you can either modify it or switch to a different variant.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the field. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 after the error occurs, or by reviewing the user's role assignments in transaction code PFCG.
  
  
  
  Custom Enhancements:
  
  If there are custom developments, consult with your ABAP team to check if any custom code is affecting the screen layout or field visibility.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message. Sometimes, there are known issues with specific versions of SAP that have been documented.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB01 (Post Document), F-02 (Enter G/L Account Document), and SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on field settings and screen layouts in Financial Accounting.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with SAP directly for further assistance.