How To Fix SIW087 - Structure &1 has no field definition

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIW - Service Implementation Workbench

• Message number: 087

• Message text: Structure &1 has no field definition

What causes this issue?

The configuration had defined no fields for the structure object &1. The
structure object is not consistent.

System Response

SIW aborts the object creation since the structure definition is not
valid.
The generation of the object is not possible.

How to fix this error?

Define at least one field for the structure object description by using
the <DS><DS:IO.IF_SIW_STRU_PIECE_DESCR SET_METADATA_FOR_FIELDS>SET
_METADATA_FOR_FIELDS</></> method.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SIW087 - Structure &1 has no field definition ?

  The SAP error message SIW087, which states "Structure &1 has no field definition," typically occurs when there is an issue with the structure definition in the SAP system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during the execution of reports, data extraction, or when working with data models.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Structure Definition: The structure referenced in the error message does not have any fields defined. This could be due to a missing or incomplete data dictionary object.
  Transport Issues: If the structure was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to missing definitions.
  Development Errors: If a developer has created or modified a structure but did not properly define its fields, this error can occur.
  Namespace Issues: If the structure is in a custom namespace and there are issues with the namespace configuration, it may not be recognized properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Structure Definition:
  
  Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Enter the name of the structure that is causing the error and check if it has fields defined.
  If the structure is empty, you will need to define the necessary fields.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the structure was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  If there are issues, you may need to re-transport the structure.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Modify Structure:
  
  If the structure is missing or incorrectly defined, you may need to recreate it or modify it to include the necessary fields.
  Ensure that all field types and attributes are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that any dependent objects (like tables or other structures) are also correctly defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the structure is part of a standard SAP module, consult the relevant SAP documentation or support notes for guidance on the expected structure definition.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is affecting production systems.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Builder).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues related to this error.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to see where the error is being triggered.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the SIW087 error message in SAP.