How To Fix /SAPCND/CUSTOMIZING771 - Field name &1 not found in field catalog of application &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCND/CUSTOMIZING -

• Message number: 771

• Message text: Field name &1 not found in field catalog of application &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCND/CUSTOMIZING771 - Field name &1 not found in field catalog of application &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCND/CUSTOMIZING771 Field name &1 not found in field catalog of application &2 typically indicates that a field specified in a customizing or configuration process is not recognized by the system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when working with condition records, customizing settings, or during the execution of certain transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Field Name Mismatch: The field name specified in the customizing or configuration does not exist in the field catalog for the specified application.
  Missing Field Catalog: The field catalog for the application may not be properly defined or may be missing entirely.
  Incorrect Application: The application specified may not be the correct one for the field being referenced.
  Version Issues: There may be discrepancies between different versions of the application or the customizing settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Field Name: Verify that the field name (&1) is correctly spelled and exists in the field catalog for the specified application (&2). You can do this by checking the relevant documentation or using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to look up the field.
  
  
  Review Customizing Settings: Go to the customizing settings for the application and ensure that the field catalog is correctly defined. You can access this through transaction SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object).
  
  
  Update Field Catalog: If the field is indeed missing, you may need to update the field catalog to include the required field. This may involve customizing the application or adding the field through development.
  
  
  Check Application Context: Ensure that you are working within the correct application context. Sometimes, fields may be specific to certain modules or applications.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or notes related to the specific application to see if there are any known issues or updates regarding the field catalog.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide insights or patches if it is a known issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to the specific application or field catalog.
  Field Catalog Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific application to understand the expected fields and their configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.