How To Fix /SCMTMS/GNT_CUST038 - Field source &1 of object type &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/GNT_CUST -

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Field source &1 of object type &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/GNT_CUST038 - Field source &1 of object type &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/GNT_CUST038 indicates that there is an issue with a field source in the context of the SAP Transportation Management System (TM). Specifically, the message states that the field source specified (denoted as &1) for the object type (denoted as &2) does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The field source may not be correctly configured in the system. This could happen if the field was deleted or if the configuration was not properly set up.
  Missing Customization: If you are using a custom field or object type, it may not have been created or activated in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the necessary objects may not have been transported correctly.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the system and the configuration or custom development that references the field source.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for the object type in question. Ensure that the field source exists and is correctly defined.
  Create/Activate Field: If the field source is a custom field, ensure that it has been created and activated in the system. You may need to create it in the relevant customizing transaction.
  Review Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport requests to ensure that all necessary objects were included and successfully imported.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to see where the error is being triggered and gather more context about the missing field source.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific object type and field source to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (for configuration) or SE11 (for data dictionary) to check the definitions of the object types and fields.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide guidance on similar issues.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.