How To Fix TT061 - Missing field reference was replaced with CHAR(20)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TT - Extended Computer Aided Test Tool (eCATT) messages

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Missing field reference was replaced with CHAR(20)

What causes this issue?

Error in Field reference is FUNCTION_GET: missing

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TT061 - Missing field reference was replaced with CHAR(20) ?

  The SAP error message TT061, which states "Missing field reference was replaced with CHAR(20)," typically occurs in the context of ABAP programming or when working with data dictionary objects. This message indicates that a field reference in a data structure or table definition is missing or not properly defined, and as a result, SAP has replaced it with a default character field of length 20 (CHAR(20)).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Field Definition: The field that is expected in a structure or table is not defined in the data dictionary.
  Incorrect Data Element: The data element or domain associated with the field may not exist or may have been deleted.
  Inconsistent Data Model: Changes in the data model that have not been properly propagated to all dependent objects can lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the transport of a data dictionary object was incomplete or failed, it could lead to missing references.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Dictionary: Verify that the field in question is defined in the data dictionary (SE11). Ensure that the data element or domain exists and is correctly defined.
  Adjust Structure/Table: If the field is indeed missing, you may need to add it back to the structure or table definition. This can be done in transaction SE11.
  Activate Objects: After making changes, ensure that you activate the data dictionary objects to reflect the changes in the system.
  Check Dependencies: If the field is part of a larger structure or table, check for any dependencies that may need to be updated or activated.
  Review Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, review the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and successfully transported.
  Debugging: If the error persists, consider debugging the program or transaction that is generating the error to identify the specific context in which the missing field reference occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module), SE38 (ABAP Editor).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for data dictionary objects and ABAP programming guidelines.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TT061 error and ensure that your data structures are correctly defined and functioning as intended.