How To Fix SEMC008 - Element &1 of type &2 does not exist in element list for dynpro

SEMC008 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SEMC - Messages for Function Group SEMC

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Element &1 of type &2 does not exist in element list for dynpro

What causes this issue?

The correction workbench is attempting to include changes to the screen
element <(>&<)>V1& of the type <(>&<)>V2& or to delete the element. But
the screen element does not exist.

System Response

The include is rejected.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SEMC008 - Element &1 of type &2 does not exist in element list for dynpro ?

  The SAP error message SEMC008 indicates that a specific element (field or control) referenced in a dynamic program (dynpro) does not exist in the list of elements defined for that screen. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when a field is referenced in the code but has not been defined in the screen layout, or if there is a mismatch in naming conventions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Element Not Defined: The element (field) is not defined in the screen layout (dynpro).
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the name of the element in the code or in the screen definition.
  Changes in Screen: If the screen was modified (e.g., fields added or removed) but the code was not updated accordingly, this error can occur.
  Incorrect Program Logic: The program logic may be trying to access an element that is not relevant for the current context or screen.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Screen Definition: Go to the screen painter