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Message type: E = Error
Message class: SSFCOMPOSER - Smart Forms: Composer Messages
Message number: 308
Message text: Fields within fields are not allowed (&1).
You tried to display a field within another field. A field can contain
preceding and subsequent text, but within these texts no other field is
allowed. The incorrect field is: &V1&.
The system issues an error message.
Remove the fields from preceding or subsequent text.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.
SSFCOMPOSER308
- Fields within fields are not allowed (&1). ?The SAP error message SSFCOMPOSER308, which states "Fields within fields are not allowed (&1)," typically occurs in the context of SAP's data dictionary or when working with structures and tables in ABAP (Advanced Business Application Programming). This error indicates that you are trying to define a field that is nested within another field, which is not permitted in SAP's data structure definitions.
Cause:
The error is caused by attempting to create a field that is defined as a structure or table type within another field. In SAP, fields must be defined at the same level, and nesting fields is not allowed. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
To resolve this error, you should:
Review the Field Definitions: Check the definition of the fields in the structure or table where the error occurs. Ensure that you are not trying to define a field as a structure or table type within another field.
Use Flat Structures: If you need to include multiple fields, consider flattening the structure. Instead of nesting, define all fields at the same level.
Create Separate Structures: If you need to use complex data types, create separate structures or tables and reference them appropriately without nesting.
Check Data Types: Ensure that the data types of the fields are correctly defined and that you are not inadvertently trying to use a structure where a simple data type is expected.
Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on defining structures and tables correctly.
By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SSFCOMPOSER308 error and correctly define your data structures in SAP.
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