How To Fix Q6161 - Fieldname &1 does not exist in information structure &2

Q6161 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: Q6 - Archive Information System

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Fieldname &1 does not exist in information structure &2

What causes this issue?

Field &V1& does not exist in information structure &V2&.

System Response

The index cannot be saved.

How to fix this error?

Correct the field name or remove it from the index. You can use the
input help to do this.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message Q6161 - Fieldname &1 does not exist in information structure &2 ?

  The SAP error message Q6161, which states "Fieldname &1 does not exist in information structure &2," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) or other modules where information structures are used for reporting and analysis. This error indicates that the system is trying to access a field that is not defined in the specified information structure.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Not Defined: The field specified by &1 is not part of the information structure defined by &2. This could happen if the field was removed or if the information structure was not updated to include the new field.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the information structure is not properly set up to include all necessary fields.
  Data Dictionary Changes: Changes in the data dictionary (like adding or removing fields) that are not reflected in the information structure can lead to this error.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements