How To Fix STREX191 - Component description must have entry for field &1 type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STREX - Message for TREX ABAP Client

• Message number: 191

• Message text: Component description must have entry for field &1 type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STREX191 - Component description must have entry for field &1 type &2 ?

  The SAP error message STREX191, which states "Component description must have entry for field &1 type &2," typically occurs in the context of SAP's data dictionary or when working with structures and tables. This error indicates that there is a missing or incorrect entry for a component description in the specified field and type.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Component Description: The most common cause is that the component (field) in a structure or table does not have a corresponding description defined in the data dictionary.
  Incorrect Field Type: The field type specified may not match the expected type for the component, leading to inconsistencies.
  Transport Issues: If the object was transported from one system to another, the component description may not have been included or may have been lost during the transport process.
  Custom Development: If you are working with custom structures or tables, it is possible that the developer did not provide a description for one or more fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Dictionary: Go to the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11) and check the structure or table in question. Ensure that all components have a valid description.
  Add Missing Descriptions: If you find any components without descriptions, add the necessary descriptions to ensure that they are defined correctly.
  Verify Field Types: Ensure that the field types are correctly defined and match the expected types for the components.
  Transport Request: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary objects were included and correctly transported.
  Re-transport if Necessary: If you find that the transport did not include the necessary descriptions, you may need to re-transport the objects or manually add the missing descriptions in the target system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE37: Function Module
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on data dictionary objects and their management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance, as they may have more insights into the specific configuration and customizations in your SAP environment.