How To Fix UGMD140 - Field &1 does not exist; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UGMD - FIN Master Data: Messages

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Field &1 does not exist; see long text

What causes this issue?

Field &v1& is needed but is not registered. Possible causes:
The registration of your data basis is obsolete. There was a global
change since the last save that is not yet reflected, for example:
In a different data basis, the &V1& field was assigned globally as a
basic characteristic to a characteristic M. Field &V1& is now needed in
all data bases that use the characteristic M.
A recent change in the program logic or in the role definition requires
that the &v1& field is registered.
Programmming error: The system should have already registered the &V1&
field the last time your application area was saved. Or the field is
actually not allowed to be used at this position (call error).

System Response

Processing terminates.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

You can try to solve the problem by regenerating the data basis, as the
system corrects the registration of the required fields as necessary. To
do this use report <DS:REPN.UGMD_GEN_AREAID>UGMD_GEN_AREA</>. If
regeneration does not help solve the problem and it recurs, contact SAP.
Application area: &v2& / &v3&

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UGMD140 - Field &1 does not exist; see long text ?

  The SAP error message UGMD140 indicates that a specific field (denoted by &1) does not exist in the context where it is being referenced. This error typically arises in scenarios involving data processing, configuration, or when working with custom developments in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Field Name Typo: The field name specified in the error message may have been misspelled or incorrectly referenced in the code or configuration.
  Field Not Defined: The field may not be defined in the database table, structure, or context where it is being accessed.
  Changes in Data Model: If there have been recent changes to the data model (e.g., fields added or removed), the code or configuration may not have been updated accordingly.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain fields, leading to this error.
  Custom Development: If the error arises from custom ABAP code, it may be due to incorrect logic or references to non-existent fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Name: Verify the field name in the error message for any typos or incorrect references.
  Field Existence: Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the field exists in the relevant table or structure.
  Update Code/Configuration: If the field has been removed or renamed, update the relevant code or configuration to reflect the current data model.
  Debugging: If the error occurs in custom code, use the ABAP debugger to trace the execution and identify where the invalid field reference is occurring.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the field in question.
  Consult Documentation: If the error is related to a specific SAP module or functionality, consult the relevant SAP documentation or notes for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Long Text: The long text associated with the error message may provide additional context or specific details about the issue. You can view it by clicking on the message or using transaction SE91 to look up the message class and number.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or platforms like SAP Community, Stack Overflow, or other SAP-related discussion boards for insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the UGMD140 error and implement an appropriate solution.