How To Fix UPF028 - Compound field &1 does not exist in planning level &2

UPF028 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPF - Planning Functions

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Compound field &1 does not exist in planning level &2

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check the planning level.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPF028 - Compound field &1 does not exist in planning level &2 ?

  The SAP error message UPF028 indicates that a compound field specified in a planning level does not exist. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) when working with planning models and data.
  
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Compound Field: The compound field referenced in the planning level is not defined in the data model or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: The planning level may be incorrectly configured, pointing to a compound field that is not part of the defined structure.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model (like adding or removing fields) may lead to inconsistencies if the planning level is not updated accordingly.
  Typographical Errors: There may be a typo in the name of the compound field or planning level.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Compound Field: Check the definition of the compound field in the data model to ensure it exists. You can do this by navigating