How To Fix FDT_EXPRESSIONS145 - Mandatory data in hidden column &2/row &1 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_EXPRESSIONS - Formula & Derivation Tool: Expressions

• Message number: 145

• Message text: Mandatory data in hidden column &2/row &1 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS145 - Mandatory data in hidden column &2/row &1 not found ?

  The SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS145 indicates that there is mandatory data missing in a hidden column of a table or data structure in the context of SAP Fiori or SAP S/4HANA applications. This error typically arises when the system expects certain mandatory fields to be filled out, but they are either not populated or are hidden from the user interface.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Mandatory Data: The most common cause is that the required data in the specified hidden column (indicated by &2) for the specified row (indicated by &1) is not available.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the data model or the UI, where mandatory fields are not properly set up or are incorrectly marked as hidden.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may have skipped entering data in mandatory fields, leading to this error when trying to save or process the data.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they may not be handling mandatory fields correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Entry: Review the data entry in the application to ensure that all mandatory fields are filled out. If the fields are hidden, you may need to make them visible temporarily to enter the required data.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration of the application or the data model to ensure that mandatory fields are correctly defined and that their visibility settings are appropriate.
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, you can debug the application to trace where the data is being processed and identify why the mandatory data is not being found.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific application or module you are working with to see if there are known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error message details and context.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on similar issues.
  Fiori Elements: If you are using Fiori Elements, review the annotations and metadata definitions to ensure that mandatory fields are correctly defined.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of filling out mandatory fields and the implications of hidden fields in the application.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the FDT_EXPRESSIONS145 error message.