How To Fix /SAPCND/SY_CONFIG003 - Attribute type for field name &1 in usage &2 must be 'Usage'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCND/SY_CONFIG -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Attribute type for field name &1 in usage &2 must be 'Usage'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCND/SY_CONFIG003 - Attribute type for field name &1 in usage &2 must be 'Usage' ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCND/SY_CONFIG003 indicates that there is a configuration issue related to the attribute type of a field in a specific usage context. The error message specifies that the attribute type for the field name (&1) in the usage (&2) must be set to 'Usage'. 
  Cause:
  This error typically arises when:
  
  The field in question is not correctly defined in the context of the usage it is associated with.
  The attribute type for the field is incorrectly set to something other than 'Usage'.
  There may be a mismatch in the configuration settings or a missing configuration that is required for the field to function properly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Field Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system where the field is defined.
  Verify that the field name (&1) is correctly defined in the usage context (&2).
  
  
  
  Set Attribute Type:
  
  Ensure that the attribute type for the field is set to 'Usage'. This can usually be done in the configuration settings where the field is defined.
  If you are using a custom field, make sure that it adheres to the expected configuration standards.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Check the SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific module or functionality you are working with. This can provide insights into the correct configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If changes were made in a development environment, ensure that the transport requests are correctly moved to the quality or production environment.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide additional insights or patches if this is a known issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide guidance on similar issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to configuration management, such as SPRO for configuration settings.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the configuration issue causing the error message /SAPCND/SY_CONFIG003.