How To Fix GG235 - Neither sender field, substitution activity or exit defined for field &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GG - Messages for FI-SL customizing

• Message number: 235

• Message text: Neither sender field, substitution activity or exit defined for field &

What causes this issue?

For a field movement, you have entered neither a sender field, a
substitution activity nor an exit in field &V1&, so that no data can be
transferred to the field.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Define either a sender field, a substitution activity or an exit.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GG235 - Neither sender field, substitution activity or exit defined for field & ?

  The SAP error message GG235 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a field in the context of a substitution or a sender field. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions or reporting, where the system expects a certain configuration to be in place for the field in question.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The error usually occurs when there is no sender field, substitution activity, or exit defined for the specified field. This means that the system does not know how to handle the data for that field during the processing of the transaction.
  Incorrect Field Assignment: The field may not be correctly assigned in the configuration settings, leading to the system being unable to find the necessary definitions.
  Custom Development Issues: If there are custom developments or enhancements in place, they may not be correctly implemented or may be missing necessary definitions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (usually in the IMG - Implementation Guide).
  Verify that the sender field, substitution activity, or exit is properly defined for the field in question.
  Ensure that the field is correctly assigned to the appropriate transaction or process.
  
  
  
  Define Substitution or Exit:
  
  If a substitution is required, you may need to create or modify a substitution rule in the system.
  If an exit is needed, ensure that the appropriate user exit or BAdI (Business Add-In) is implemented and activated.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Check SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or field to understand the expected configuration.
  Look for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide guidance on configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  If the error continues, further investigation may be needed to identify any additional missing configurations or dependencies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use transaction codes like OBBH (for substitution) or SE80 (for development) to access the relevant configuration or development objects.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error GG235 in the SAP Support Portal for any specific fixes or recommendations.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.