How To Fix J1114 - Change field SHERKU in new field catalog

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J1 - Message Class for SEM-PA XPRAs

• Message number: 114

• Message text: Change field SHERKU in new field catalog

What causes this issue?

The field SHERKU (origin) was changed from a technical field to a fixed
characteristic.

System Response

The system deleted the old entries with USGFL = 'T' from the tables
TJBF and TJBS. The new entries with USGFL = 'T' are delivered in the
new SEM-PA field catalog.
The segment level characteristics on the segment level of the new fixed
characteristic SHERKU (in table TKEOE) were deactivated. The user can
activate the segment level characteristics in Customizing if necessary.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J1114 - Change field SHERKU in new field catalog ?

  The SAP error message J1114, which states "Change field SHERKU in new field catalog," typically occurs in the context of SAP's reporting and data extraction functionalities, particularly when dealing with the field catalog in the context of reporting or data extraction tools like SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP Query.
  Cause:
  The error is usually triggered when there is an inconsistency or a missing definition for the field SHERKU (which represents a specific characteristic or field in the data model) in the field catalog. This can happen due to several reasons, such as:
  
  Field Not Defined: The field SHERKU is not defined in the new field catalog.
  Field Catalog Changes: Changes have been made to the field catalog, and the system is unable to find the required field.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the underlying data model or data source that affect the availability of the SHERKU field.
  Transport Issues: If the field catalog was transported from one system to another, there might be inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the J1114 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Field Catalog: Verify that the field SHERKU is correctly defined in the new field catalog. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE11 for Data Dictionary) and checking the field definitions.
  
  
  Update Field Catalog: If the field is missing, you may need to add it to the field catalog. This can involve:
  
  Modifying the field catalog to include SHERKU.
  Ensuring that the field is correctly mapped to the data source.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the data model or the InfoObject (if applicable) to ensure that all fields are correctly defined and available.
  
  
  Transport Request: If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all related objects were transported correctly. You may need to re-transport the field catalog or related objects.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using, as there may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) for BW.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error J1114 in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  Field Catalog Management: Understanding how to manage field catalogs in SAP BW or other reporting tools can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the J1114 error in your SAP environment.