How To Fix /STMC/CR_DIAG038 - Sort field &1 in screen '&2' does not exist in provider &3.&4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STMC/CR_DIAG -

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Sort field &1 in screen '&2' does not exist in provider &3.&4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STMC/CR_DIAG038 - Sort field &1 in screen '&2' does not exist in provider &3.&4 ?

  The SAP error message /STMC/CR_DIAG038 indicates that there is an issue with a sort field specified in a screen that does not exist in the data provider. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's data management or reporting tools, particularly when dealing with data sources and their associated fields.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Sort Field: The sort field specified in the screen does not exist in the underlying data provider. This could be due to a typo, a field that has been removed or renamed, or a mismatch between the screen configuration and the data model.
  Data Provider Changes: If the data provider has been modified (e.g., fields added, removed, or renamed), the screen may still reference old field names that are no longer valid.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the data provider or the screen that lead to this inconsistency.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Names: Verify that the sort field specified in the screen exists in the data provider. You can do this by checking the data model or the structure of the data provider.
  Update Screen Configuration: If the field has been renamed or removed, update the screen configuration to reference the correct field name.
  Review Data Provider: If the data provider has been changed, ensure that the screen is updated accordingly to reflect these changes.
  Consult Documentation: Check any relevant documentation or change logs to understand if there have been recent changes to the data provider that could affect the screen.
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the screen to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SE37 (Function Module) to investigate the data provider and screen configurations.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to this error message for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the application to trace where the error is being triggered and gather more context about the data flow.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.