How To Fix MDP_BS_EXTRACTOR026 - No field documentation is available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDP_BS_EXTRACTOR - Messages for Package MDP_BS_EXTRACTOR

• Message number: 026

• Message text: No field documentation is available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDP_BS_EXTRACTOR026 - No field documentation is available ?

  The SAP error message MDP_BS_EXTRACTOR026 indicates that there is no field documentation available for a specific field in the context of data extraction or reporting. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when working with Business Suite or SAP BW (Business Warehouse) systems.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Field Documentation: The primary cause of this error is that the field in question does not have any associated documentation in the SAP system. This could be due to:
  
  The field being newly created and not yet documented.
  The field being part of a custom development or enhancement that lacks documentation.
  The field being part of a data source that has not been properly configured.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the data source or extractor that is supposed to provide the field documentation.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the documentation for certain fields.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Field Documentation: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant data source or table in the SAP system and check if the field documentation exists. You can do this using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator).
  If the documentation is missing, consider adding it if you have the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Review Data Source Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the data source or extractor is correctly configured. You can check this in the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1) or the relevant transaction for your data source.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user encountering the error has the appropriate authorizations to access field documentation. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with details about the error, including the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), and others that may help in troubleshooting.
  Documentation Standards: Ensure that your organization has a standard practice for documenting fields, especially for custom developments, to avoid similar issues in the future.
  Training and Knowledge Sharing: Consider conducting training sessions for your team on the importance of field documentation and how to maintain it effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.