How To Fix FT174 - Field & is not defined in tables BKPF, BSEG, BSEC and BSED

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FT - FI Table Maintenance Error Messages

• Message number: 174

• Message text: Field & is not defined in tables BKPF, BSEG, BSEC and BSED

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FT174 - Field & is not defined in tables BKPF, BSEG, BSEC and BSED ?

  The SAP error message FT174 indicates that a specific field (denoted by &) is not defined in the specified tables: BKPF (Accounting Document Header), BSEG (Accounting Document Segment), BSEC (Accounting Document Segment: Additional Fields), and BSED (Accounting Document Segment: Tax Data). This error typically arises during the execution of a financial transaction or report that attempts to access a field that is not available in the standard data structure of these tables.
  Cause:
  
  Field Not Defined: The field you are trying to access may not exist in the specified tables. This could be due to a typo in the field name or an attempt to access a field that is not part of the standard SAP data model.
  Custom Development: If there has been custom development or modifications to the SAP system, it is possible that the field was expected to be available but was not properly defined or implemented.
  Version or Configuration Issues: The error may also occur if there are discrepancies between the SAP version you are using and the expected data model, especially if the system has been upgraded or patched.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Definition: Verify the field name you are trying to access. Ensure that it is correctly spelled and that it is indeed supposed to exist in the specified tables.
  Review Custom Code: If the error arises from custom code (e.g., ABAP programs, user exits, BAPIs), review the code to ensure that it is correctly referencing the fields and that any custom fields are properly defined in the database.
  Consult Documentation: Check SAP documentation or the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11) to confirm the structure of the tables and the fields they contain.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the code to see where the error occurs and what field is being referenced.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on similar issues. SAP Notes can provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SE37 (Function Module) to investigate the definitions and structures of the tables and fields.
  Field Catalog: If you are working with reports, ensure that the field catalog is correctly defined and that it includes all necessary fields.
  Custom Fields: If you are using custom fields, ensure that they are properly added to the relevant tables and that any necessary enhancements or modifications are in place.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FT174 error and implement a solution.