How To Fix IHC_GUI_MSG657 - Data element & does not exist

IHC_GUI_MSG657 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IHC_GUI_MSG - Messages for Manually Creating Payment Orders

• Message number: 657

• Message text: Data element & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IHC_GUI_MSG657 - Data element & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message IHC_GUI_MSG657 typically indicates that a data element referenced in your configuration or transaction does not exist in the system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when working with the Integrated Financial Services (IHC) module or other areas where data elements are defined.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data Element: The data element specified in the error message is not defined in the SAP system. This could be due to a configuration issue or a missing transport.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings may reference a data element that has been deleted or not properly set up.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the data element may not have been included or properly activated.
  Development Environment: If you are working in a development environment, the data element may exist in the production environment but not in the development system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Element: Verify if the data element exists in