How To Fix FS_CORR_POST118 - No data conversion, since field &1/&2 is not defined in DDIC

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FS_CORR_POST - Correspondence Postprocessing

• Message number: 118

• Message text: No data conversion, since field &1/&2 is not defined in DDIC

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FS_CORR_POST118 - No data conversion, since field &1/&2 is not defined in DDIC ?

  The SAP error message FS_CORR_POST118 indicates that there is an issue with data conversion because a specific field (identified by &1 and &2) is not defined in the Data Dictionary (DDIC). This typically occurs during data processing or posting when the system attempts to access a field that is not recognized or does not exist in the database structure.
  Cause:
  
  Field Not Defined: The field referenced in the error message is not defined in the Data Dictionary (DDIC). This could be due to a missing data element or structure.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the field is expected but not properly set up in the relevant table or structure.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, the field may have been removed or renamed, leading to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the field may not have been included or properly activated in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Definition: Verify if the field mentioned in the error message is defined in the Data Dictionary. You can do this by using transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the relevant table or structure.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration related to the field is correct. This may involve checking the customizing settings in transaction SPRO.
  Custom Code Review: If there are custom programs or enhancements, review the code to ensure that the field is correctly referenced and exists in the DDIC.
  Transport Management: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and activated in the target system.
  Consult Documentation: If the field is part of a standard SAP module, refer to the SAP documentation or notes for any known issues or updates related to that field.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE80: Object Navigator (for checking custom developments)
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the relevant program to trace where the error occurs and gather more information about the context of the error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the FS_CORR_POST118 error and implement a solution to resolve it.