How To Fix /SCDL/FLD008 - Field control profile &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCDL/FLD -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Field control profile &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCDL/FLD008 - Field control profile &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCDL/FLD008 Field control profile &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) or Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is trying to access a field control profile that has not been defined or is not available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Profile: The specified field control profile (indicated by &1 in the error message) does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the profile name or the profile not being created.
  Configuration Issues: The profile may not have been properly configured or activated in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the profile was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included in the transport request or may not have been imported correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the field control profile.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Profile Existence: Verify if the field control profile exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in SAP (e.g., SPRO) and checking the settings for field control profiles.
  Create or Correct Profile: If the profile does not exist, you may need to create it. If it exists but is incorrectly configured, you should correct the configuration.
  Transport Check: If the profile was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure it was included and imported correctly.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the field control profile. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on field control profiles and their configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration settings or SE11 to check the data dictionary for the relevant tables.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.