How To Fix M2603 - No field catalogs exist

M2603 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M2 - LIS: Generating and updating info structures

• Message number: 603

• Message text: No field catalogs exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M2603 - No field catalogs exist ?

  The SAP error message M2603, which states "No field catalogs exist," typically occurs in the context of reporting or when trying to display data in a certain format, such as in ALV (ABAP List Viewer) reports. This error indicates that the system cannot find any field catalogs defined for the report or transaction you are trying to execute.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Field Catalog Definition: The most common cause is that the field catalog has not been defined for the report or ALV grid you are trying to use.
  Incorrect Program Logic: The program may not be correctly set up to generate or reference the field catalog.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the field catalog.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the field catalog from being recognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Define Field Catalog: 
  
  
  If you are a developer, ensure that the field catalog is defined in your