How To Fix FDT_HANA164 - &1: Field &2 does not exist in the source

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_HANA - BRFplus: HANA Integration

• Message number: 164

• Message text: &1: Field &2 does not exist in the source

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_HANA164 - &1: Field &2 does not exist in the source ?

  The SAP error message FDT_HANA164 indicates that a field specified in a data flow or transformation does not exist in the source data structure. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP HANA or SAP Data Intelligence when working with data models, transformations, or data flows.
  Cause:
  
  Field Name Mismatch: The field name specified in the transformation or data flow does not match any field in the source table or dataset.
  Source Structure Changes: The source data structure may have changed (e.g., a field was removed or renamed) after the transformation was created.
  Incorrect Source Definition: The source definition in the data flow may be incorrect or not properly configured.
  Typographical Errors: There may be a typographical error in the field name specified in the transformation.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Field Names: Check the source data structure to ensure that the field name specified in the transformation matches exactly (including case sensitivity) with the field name in the source.
  Update Transformations: If the source structure has changed, update the transformation to reflect the current field names and structure.
  Check Source Configuration: Ensure that the source is correctly defined in the data flow and that it points to the correct table or dataset.
  Review Data Flow Logic: If the error occurs during execution, review the logic of the data flow to ensure that all fields are correctly referenced and that there are no missing fields.
  Test with Sample Data: If possible, test the transformation with a sample dataset to isolate the issue and confirm that the field exists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for the specific version of SAP HANA or Data Intelligence you are using for more detailed information on data flows and transformations.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and to find potential solutions or workarounds.
  Debugging Tools: Utilize debugging tools available in SAP HANA or Data Intelligence to trace the execution of the data flow and identify where the error occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.