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

/SCMTMS/GNT_CUST038 - Overview

• 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