How To Fix MC064 - The domain of field &-& has changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MC - Aggregate: views, matchcodes, lock objects

• Message number: 064

• Message text: The domain of field &-& has changed

INCLUDE 'MC063' OBJECT DOKU ID NA

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MC064 - The domain of field &-& has changed ?

  The SAP error message MC064 ("The domain of field &-& has changed") typically occurs in the context of SAP's Material Management (MM) or Production Planning (PP) modules, particularly when dealing with data that is being processed in a report or transaction. This error indicates that the domain (the set of valid values or the data type) for a specific field has changed since the last time the data was accessed or processed.
  Cause:
  
  
  Field Domain Change: The most common cause of this error is that the domain of a field has been modified in the SAP system. This could happen due to:
  
  Changes made by a developer or administrator in the Data Dictionary (SE11).
  Changes in the underlying data model or configuration that affect the field's definition.
  Updates or upgrades to the SAP system that alter the field's properties.
  
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: If the data in the database does not conform to the new domain definition, this error can occur when the system tries to read or process that data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Domain Changes: 
  
  Use transaction SE11 to check the domain of the field mentioned in the error message. Verify if any changes have been made recently.
  If changes were made, assess whether they were necessary and if they align with the business requirements.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the affected tables to ensure that the data adheres to the new domain definitions.
  You may need to correct or update the data in the database to match the new domain constraints.
  
  
  
  Recompile Programs:
  
  If the error occurs in a custom program or report, recompiling the program may resolve the issue. This can be done by activating the program in the ABAP Workbench (SE80 or SE38).
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the changes were made in a development environment and transported to production, ensure that all related transport requests are correctly imported and that no inconsistencies exist between environments.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any documentation or change logs related to the changes made to the field's domain. This can provide insights into why the change was made and how to address the error.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on the specific context of your system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE38 (ABAP Editor).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that no new issues have been introduced.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the MC064 error in your SAP system.