How To Fix PT_TMW_FLD_SEL_CUST002 - No field catalog defined for screen area &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PT_TMW_FLD_SEL_CUST - Time Manager's Workplace: Field Selection

• Message number: 002

• Message text: No field catalog defined for screen area &1

What causes this issue?

To determine the fields to be selected in the field selection, you must
assign at least one field catalog to each screen area. No field catalog
was assigned to the screen area &v1&.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Assign at least one field catalog to the screen area &v1& from the
V_PT_FIELD_CAT view using the V_PT_SCR_AREA_FC view.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PT_TMW_FLD_SEL_CUST002 - No field catalog defined for screen area &1 ?

  The SAP error message PT_TMW_FLD_SEL_CUST002 indicates that there is no field catalog defined for a specific screen area in the SAP system. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Time Management module, particularly when trying to display or manipulate data in a specific screen area that requires a field catalog.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Field Catalog: The primary cause of this error is that the field catalog for the specified screen area has not been defined or is not available in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Time Management module or related areas that prevent the field catalog from being recognized.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may not have properly defined the field catalog for the screen area in question.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Field Catalog: 
  
  You need to define the field catalog for the specific screen area. This can typically be done in the configuration settings of the Time Management module.
  Check the relevant customizing settings in transaction SPRO under the Time Management section to ensure that the field catalog is properly defined.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Enhancements: 
  
  If there are custom developments, review the code to ensure that the field catalog is being correctly initialized and populated.
  Ensure that any custom screens or reports are properly linked to the field catalog.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations: 
  
  Sometimes, authorization issues can prevent the system from accessing the field catalog. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the relevant data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to the specific transaction or screen where the error occurs. This may provide additional insights or steps to resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide patches or additional guidance based on the specific version of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SE11 (Data Dictionary) to help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message PT_TMW_FLD_SEL_CUST002 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or fixes.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.