How To Fix MSG_FINCS_MD_MAINT012 - No technical name is assigned to field &1&2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSG_FINCS_MD_MAINT - Message Class for Additional Master Data Maintenance

• Message number: 012

• Message text: No technical name is assigned to field &1&2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSG_FINCS_MD_MAINT012 - No technical name is assigned to field &1&2. ?

  The SAP error message MSG_FINCS_MD_MAINT012 with the description "No technical name is assigned to field &1&2" typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or controlling modules when there is an issue with the configuration of fields in a data structure or a master data record.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Technical Name: The error indicates that a field in a data structure or master data record does not have a technical name assigned to it. This can happen if the field was not properly configured or if there was an error during the setup process.
  Custom Fields: If you are using custom fields or enhancements, it is possible that these fields were not correctly defined in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport that caused the field definitions to be incomplete.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Configuration: Go to the relevant configuration area in SAP (e.g., SPRO) and check the configuration for the specific data structure or master data record. Ensure that all fields have been properly defined and assigned technical names.
  Review Custom Enhancements: If you are using custom fields, review the enhancement implementation to ensure that all fields are correctly defined and activated.
  Transport Request: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings. You may need to re-transport the configuration or manually adjust the fields in the target system.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the relevant programs to identify where the error is being triggered and gather more information about the missing field.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with to see if there are any known issues or additional steps required for configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. You can search for the error message number or keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful to see if other users have encountered the same issue and what solutions they found.
  SAP Help Portal: The SAP Help Portal provides documentation on various modules and can be a useful resource for understanding field configurations and data structures.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or a consultant with expertise in the specific module you are working with.