How To Fix GTR_MF021 - Error reading system table TFMSPLIT_FIELDS: maintain allowed fields

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GTR_MF - Multifunding Message Class

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Error reading system table TFMSPLIT_FIELDS: maintain allowed fields

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GTR_MF021 - Error reading system table TFMSPLIT_FIELDS: maintain allowed fields ?

  The SAP error message GTR_MF021 indicates that there is an issue with reading the system table TFMSPLIT_FIELDS. This error typically arises when the system is unable to find or access the required fields that are necessary for processing a specific transaction or function related to the Global Trade Services (GTS) module.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incomplete Configuration: The error may occur if the necessary fields in the TFMSPLIT_FIELDS table are not properly maintained or configured.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the required authorizations to access the table or the fields within it.
  System Table Corruption: There could be corruption or inconsistencies in the system table that prevent it from being read correctly.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Allowed Fields:
  
  Go to the transaction code /GTS/TFMSPLIT or /GTS/TFMSPLIT_FIELDS in the SAP GUI.
  Check the configuration for the allowed fields in the TFMSPLIT_FIELDS table.
  Ensure that all necessary fields are maintained correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the GTS module and the specific tables involved.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to ensure proper roles and permissions are assigned.
  
  
  
  Check for Table Corruption:
  
  Use transaction SE11 to check the structure of the TFMSPLIT_FIELDS table.
  If there are inconsistencies, you may need to restore the table from a backup or correct the entries manually.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Logs:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, review the transport logs to ensure that all objects were transported correctly.
  Re-import the transport if necessary, ensuring that all dependencies are met.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /GTS/TFMSPLIT for maintaining split fields and SE11 for table maintenance.
  Documentation: Review the SAP GTS documentation for more details on configuration and troubleshooting.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for shared experiences and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the GTR_MF021 error message in SAP.