How To Fix R1199 - Application object &1: Field group &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R1 - Business Partner Messages from S_BUPA_GENERAL

• Message number: 199

• Message text: Application object &1: Field group &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R1199 - Application object &1: Field group &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message R1199 indicates that there is an issue with a field group in the application object you are trying to access or modify. Specifically, it means that the field group specified in the error message does not exist in the system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when working with screen layouts, data entry screens, or custom programs.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Field Group: The field group specified in the error message is not defined in the system. This could be due to a typo, a missing configuration, or an incorrect reference in the program or screen.
  Transport Issues: If the field group was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included in the transport request, or the transport may have failed.
  Development Environment Changes: Changes made in the development environment may not have been properly reflected in the production environment.
  Custom Development: If the application object is custom-developed, the field group may not have been created or may have been deleted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Group Definition: Verify that the field group exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE11 for Data Dictionary) and checking if the field group is defined.
  Correct Typographical Errors: Ensure that there are no typos in the field group name in the program or configuration.
  Transport Check: If the field group was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was included and successfully imported into the target system.
  Recreate Field Group: If the field group is missing, you may need to recreate it in the system. This involves defining the field group in the Data Dictionary (SE11) and ensuring it is correctly configured.
  Debugging: If you are working with custom code, use the debugger to trace where the error is occurring and ensure that the field group is being referenced correctly.
  Consult Documentation: If the field group is part of a standard SAP application, consult the SAP documentation or support to ensure that you are using the correct field group.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module), SE38 (ABAP Program).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific application object or field group.
  Custom Development Guidelines: If you are working with custom developments, ensure that you follow best practices for naming conventions and documentation to avoid such issues in the future.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.