How To Fix R1198 - Application object &1: No field groups exist

R1198 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R1 - Business Partner Messages from S_BUPA_GENERAL

• Message number: 198

• Message text: Application object &1: No field groups exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R1198 - Application object &1: No field groups exist ?

  The SAP error message R1198, which states "Application object &1: No field groups exist," typically occurs when there is an attempt to access or display a field group that has not been defined or does not exist for the specified application object. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with custom applications, reports, or transactions in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Field Groups: The primary cause of this error is that the field groups required for the application object (denoted by &1) have not been created or are not available in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the application or module that is trying to access the field groups.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the field groups.
  Custom Development: If the application object is part of a custom development, it may not have been properly configured or the field groups