How To Fix SALV_X_API054 - Illegal code list for field &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SALV_X_API - Messages for ALV API exceptions

• Message number: 054

• Message text: Illegal code list for field &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SALV_X_API054 - Illegal code list for field &1 ?

  The SAP error message SALV_X_API054 with the description "Illegal code list for field &1" typically occurs when there is an issue with the data being processed in the context of the SAP ALV (ABAP List Viewer) framework. This error indicates that the code list (or value list) associated with a specific field is not valid or not recognized by the system.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Field Definition: The field specified in the error message may not have a valid domain or data element associated with it.
  Missing or Incorrect Value List: The value list for the field may not be defined correctly in the data dictionary or may be missing entirely.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the field may not match the expected type for the code list being used.
  Custom Code Issues: If there is custom code that manipulates the ALV display or the data being passed to it, there may be errors in