How To Fix UGMD213 - Cannot create field &1

UGMD213 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UGMD - FIN Master Data: Messages

• Message number: 213

• Message text: Cannot create field &1

What causes this issue?

Data was imported for the field. However, the field does not exist in
the target system and should therefore be created during import
processing. But this was not possible.

System Response

Data for the field was not imported.

How to fix this error?

Check the Customizing of the target and source system, and if necessary
repeat the transport.

Procedure for System Administrators

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UGMD213 - Cannot create field &1 ?

  The SAP error message UGMD213, which states "Cannot create field &1," typically occurs in the context of data modeling or field creation within SAP systems, particularly in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA. This error can arise due to various reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Field Name Conflicts: The field name you are trying to create may already exist in the data model or database, leading to a conflict.
  Invalid Field Name: The field name may not conform to the naming conventions or restrictions set by SAP (e.g., length, special characters).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to create fields in the specified context.
  Technical Settings: There may be issues with the technical settings of the data model or the underlying database that prevent the creation of new fields.
  Data Model Locking: The data model might be locked by another user