How To Fix GG723 - Error in the definition of field &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 723

• Message text: Error in the definition of field &

What causes this issue?

The definition of the line item table must also contain many of the
data fields already entered in the summary table.
This error could be due to the following:
a) Field &V1& does not exist in table &V2&.
b) Field &V1& is defined as a key field and not as a data field.
c) The domain of field &V1& is not called &V4&.

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?

Note the above requirements.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GG723 - Error in the definition of field & ?

  The SAP error message GG723, which states "Error in the definition of field &," typically indicates that there is an issue with the configuration or definition of a field in the system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during data entry, report generation, or when executing certain transactions.
  Causes:
  
  Field Definition Issues: The field in question may not be properly defined in the database or in the data dictionary (DDIC). This could be due to missing attributes, incorrect data types, or other inconsistencies.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements that reference the field, they may not be correctly implemented or may be referencing a field that has been changed or deleted.
  Transport Issues: If the field definition was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been errors during the transport process.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the error can arise due to insufficient authorizations to access or modify the field.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Field Definition: Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the definition of the field. Ensure that it is correctly defined with the appropriate data type, length, and attributes.
  Review Custom Code: If the error is occurring in a custom program, review the code to ensure that it is correctly referencing the field. Look for any recent changes that may have affected the field's definition.
  Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate problems with the field definition.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the field. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Debugging: If the error persists, consider debugging the program or transaction to identify the exact point of failure and gather more information about the context in which the error occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be valuable resources for finding similar issues faced by other users and the solutions they implemented.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific module or functionality where the error occurs for any known issues or configuration guidelines.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.