How To Fix FINB_MSG_KF_CHAR_TLS017 - Field &1 is not in the read structure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINB_MSG_KF_CHAR_TLS -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Field &1 is not in the read structure

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINB_MSG_KF_CHAR_TLS017 - Field &1 is not in the read structure ?

  The SAP error message FINB_MSG_KF_CHAR_TLS017 indicates that a specific field (denoted as &1) is not present in the read structure that is being used in a financial application, typically related to the use of key figures in reporting or data extraction processes.
  Cause:
  
  Field Not Defined: The field specified in the error message is not defined in the data structure that is being accessed. This could be due to a configuration issue or a mismatch between the data model and the reporting structure.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model (e.g., adding or removing fields), the reporting structure may not have been updated accordingly.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the key figures or the data source may not include the required field.
  Transport Issues: If the changes were transported from a development environment to a production environment, there may have been issues during the transport that caused the field to be missing.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Definition: Verify that the field specified in the error message is defined in the relevant data structure. You can do this by checking the data model or the InfoObject definitions in the SAP BW system.
  Update Data Structure: If the field is missing, you may need to add it to the data structure or update the existing structure to include the field.
  Rebuild or Refresh: If the data structure has been modified, you may need to rebuild or refresh the data model or the reporting structure to ensure that all fields are correctly recognized.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the key figures and ensure that all necessary fields are included in the configuration.
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to investigate the data structures and configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on similar issues.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific financial application or module you are working with to understand the expected data structures and configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.