How To Fix SMT054 - Set one of fields "Fixed Value", "Initial" or "Field Check Class"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMT -

• Message number: 054

• Message text: Set one of fields "Fixed Value", "Initial" or "Field Check Class"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMT054 - Set one of fields "Fixed Value", "Initial" or "Field Check Class" ?

  The SAP error message SMT054 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a field in the context of a screen or a data element. Specifically, it suggests that you need to set one of the following attributes for a field: "Fixed Value," "Initial," or "Field Check Class." This error typically arises during the development or configuration of SAP applications, particularly when working with screen fields in transaction codes or when defining data elements.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A field is defined in a way that requires one of the attributes ("Fixed Value," "Initial," or "Field Check Class") to be set, but none of them are configured.
  The field is expected to have a default value, a validation class, or a fixed value, but these settings are missing.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SMT054 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Access the Data Element or Domain:
  
  Go to the relevant data element or domain in the ABAP Dictionary (transaction SE11).
  Check the field definitions and attributes.
  
  
  
  Set the Required Attribute:
  
  Fixed Value: If the field should have a fixed value, set this in the data element definition.
  Initial Value: If the field should have an initial value when the screen is loaded, specify this in the data element.
  Field Check Class: If the field requires validation, assign a field check class that defines the validation rules.
  
  
  
  Save and Activate:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save and activate the data element or domain.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  Re-run the transaction or program that was causing the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE37: Function Module
  SE38: ABAP Editor
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  SAP Help Portal and SAP Notes can provide additional context and troubleshooting steps for specific scenarios related to this error.
  
  
  
  Field Attributes:
  
  Understanding the purpose of each attribute (Fixed Value, Initial, Field Check Class) is crucial for proper field configuration.
  
  
  
  If the error persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with a colleague or SAP support for further assistance, as there may be additional context or specific configurations in your environment that need to be addressed.