How To Fix RE403 - Field status group & not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RE - Earmarked funds

• Message number: 403

• Message text: Field status group & not defined

What causes this issue?

Field status group &V1& is not defined. You can define field status
groups using transaction FMU5.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RE403 - Field status group & not defined ?

  The SAP error message RE403 "Field status group & not defined" typically occurs in the context of SAP Real Estate Management (RE) when there is an issue with the configuration of field status groups in the system. This error indicates that the system is trying to access a field status group that has not been defined or is not available in the current context.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Field Status Group: The field status group referenced in the error message is not defined in the system. This can happen if the group was deleted or never created.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to the field status groups in the Real Estate Management module.
  Incorrect Assignment: The field status group may not be correctly assigned to the relevant transaction or master data.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that led to missing definitions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Field Status Group Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for Real Estate Management and check the field status groups.
  Ensure that the field status group mentioned in the error message is defined and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Field Status Group:
  
  If the field status group does not exist, you may need to create it.
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, modify it to meet the requirements.
  
  
  
  Assign Field Status Group:
  
  Ensure that the field status group is correctly assigned to the relevant master data or transaction types.
  Check the assignment in the configuration settings to ensure it is linked properly.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors.
  Ensure that all necessary objects related to the field status group were included in the transport.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on field status groups in the context of Real Estate Management.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Field Status Groups: These are used in SAP to control the visibility and mandatory status of fields in various transactions. They are crucial for ensuring that users enter the correct data in the required fields.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration), SE11 (for data dictionary), and SE80 (for object navigator) to help troubleshoot and configure settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or patches.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RE403 error and ensure that the field status groups are correctly defined and utilized in your SAP system.