How To Fix MDG_MDF140 - Field &1 does not exist; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_MDF - Master Data: Messages

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Field &1 does not exist; see long text

What causes this issue?

Field &v1& is needed but is not registered. Possible causes:
The registration of your data basis is obsolete. There was a global
change since the last save that is not yet reflected, for example:
In a different data basis, the &V1& field was assigned globally as a
basic characteristic to a characteristic M. Field &V1& is now needed in
all data bases that use the characteristic M.
A recent change in the program logic or in the role definition requires
that the &v1& field is registered.
Programmming error: The system should have already registered the &V1&
field the last time your application area was saved. Or the field is
actually not allowed to be used at this position (call error).

System Response

Processing terminates.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

You can try to solve the problem by regenerating the data basis, as the
system corrects the registration of the required fields as necessary. To
do this use report <DS:REPN.UGMD_GEN_AREAID>UGMD_GEN_AREA</>. If
regeneration does not help solve the problem and it recurs, contact SAP.
Application area: &v2& / &v3&

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_MDF140 - Field &1 does not exist; see long text ?

  The SAP error message MDG_MDF140, which states "Field &1 does not exist; see long text," typically occurs in the context of Master Data Governance (MDG) when there is an issue related to a field that is expected to be present in the data model but is not found. This can happen for various reasons, such as configuration issues, missing fields in the data model, or inconsistencies in the data structure.
  Cause:
  
  Field Configuration: The field referenced in the error message may not be configured correctly in the data model or may not exist in the underlying database table.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model (e.g., adding or removing fields), the system may not be updated to reflect these changes.
  Custom Fields: If you are using custom fields that are not properly defined or activated in the MDG configuration, this error can occur.
  Transport Issues: If the changes were transported from a development environment to a production environment, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Configuration: Verify that the field mentioned in the error message is correctly defined in the data model. You can do this by checking the relevant data model configuration in the MDG application.
  Activate Data Model: If changes were made to the data model, ensure that the data model is activated. You can do this in the MDG configuration settings.
  Review Custom Fields: If you are using custom fields, ensure that they are properly defined and activated in the MDG configuration. Check if the custom fields are included in the relevant data model.
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings. Ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  Consult Long Text: The error message suggests checking the long text for more details. This can provide additional context or specific instructions related to the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to MDG and the specific error message for any known issues or patches.
  MDG Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Master Data Governance to understand the configuration and data model setup.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.