How To Fix /SCDL/DL_DBAL_ERROR012 - Logical field name &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCDL/DL_DBAL_ERROR -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Logical field name &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCDL/DL_DBAL_ERROR012 - Logical field name &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCDL/DL_DBAL_ERROR012 Logical field name &1 does not exist typically indicates that there is an issue with a logical field name being referenced in a Data Layer (DL) context, particularly in the context of SAP's Supply Chain Data Layer (SCDL) or similar data management scenarios.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Field: The logical field name specified in the error message does not exist in the database or the data model being referenced.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the logical field name, leading to the system not being able to find it.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model (e.g., fields added, renamed, or deleted), the logical field name may have become outdated.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the data layer may not be correctly set up to recognize the logical field.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Field Name: Check the logical field name mentioned in the error message. Ensure that it is spelled correctly and matches the field names defined in the data model.
  Check Data Model: Review the data model to confirm that the logical field exists. If it has been removed or renamed, update your references accordingly.
  Update Configuration: If there have been changes to the data model, ensure that any related configurations in the SCDL or other relevant areas are updated to reflect these changes.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or data model documentation to understand the expected logical field names and their definitions.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to see where the logical field is being referenced and why it is not found.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on similar issues.
  Data Layer Documentation: Review the documentation related to the Data Layer and logical fields to understand their structure and usage.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.