How To Fix FINS_FI_CLS020 - Field &1 does not exist in worklist table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_FI_CLS - Messages used for the impairments and FXs

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Field &1 does not exist in worklist table

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_FI_CLS020 - Field &1 does not exist in worklist table ?

  The SAP error message FINS_FI_CLS020 indicates that a specific field (denoted as &1) does not exist in the worklist table. This error typically arises in the context of financial closing processes or when working with the Financial Closing cockpit in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Field Definition Issue: The field referenced in the error message may not be defined in the worklist table. This could be due to a configuration issue or a missing field in the database schema.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might be referencing a field that has not been properly defined or has been removed.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, it’s possible that the transport did not include the necessary changes to the worklist table.
  Version Mismatch: The error may occur if there is a mismatch between the version of the SAP system and the expected configuration or data model.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Definition: Verify that the field mentioned in the error message is correctly defined in the worklist table. You can do this by checking the data dictionary (transaction SE11) for the relevant table.
  Review Custom Code: If there are custom programs or enhancements, review the code to ensure that it is referencing the correct fields and that those fields exist in the database.
  Transport Management: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and successfully imported.
  System Configuration: Ensure that the system configuration is correct and that all necessary components for the financial closing process are properly set up.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the Financial Closing cockpit to ensure that all prerequisites and configurations are met.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SLG1 (Application Log) to investigate further.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution.