How To Fix VR624 - Field & is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VR - Output for SD Reporting

• Message number: 624

• Message text: Field & is not defined

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VR624 - Field & is not defined ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  VR624 Field & is not defined
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when a field referenced in a validation or substitution rule is not defined in the system. Specifically, the system is trying to access or use a field that does not exist or is not available in the context of the validation/substitution.
  Common scenarios include:
  
  The field name used in the validation or substitution rule is incorrect or misspelled.
  The field is not part of the current data structure or context.
  The field is not activated or available in the system for the particular application area.
  The field is custom or user-defined but not properly included or registered.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Field Name:
  
  Verify the exact field name used in the validation or substitution rule.
  Ensure there are no typos or syntax errors.
  
  
  
  Verify Field Availability:
  
  Confirm that the field exists in the relevant data structure (e.g., in the table or structure used by the validation/substitution).
  Use transaction SE11 to check if the field exists in the database table or structure.
  
  
  
  Check the Context:
  
  Make sure the field is valid in the context of the validation or substitution (e.g., in the correct application area like FI, MM, SD).
  Some fields are only available in certain modules or document types.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Validation/Substitution:
  
  If the field is not available, either remove it from the validation/substitution or replace it with a valid field.
  If a custom field is needed, ensure it is properly added to the data structure and activated.
  
  
  
  Transport and Activation:
  
  If the field was recently added or changed, ensure that the changes are transported and activated in the system where the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  Use transaction OB28 (for validations) or GGB0 (for substitutions) to review and edit the rules.
  Use debugging tools to trace the error if necessary.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB28 – Maintain Validations
  GGB0 – Maintain Substitutions
  SE11 – Data Dictionary (to check fields and structures)
  SE80 or SE38 – For debugging or checking custom code
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to validations and substitutions if the problem persists.
  Sometimes, specific SAP patches or support packages address issues with field definitions.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  SAP Help Portal and SAP Community Network (SCN) have extensive documentation on validations and substitutions.
  Refer to the module-specific guides (e.g., FI, MM, SD) for details on available fields.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  The error VR624 Field & is not defined means the system cannot find the field referenced in a validation or substitution. To fix it, verify the field name, ensure it exists and is valid in the context, and correct or remove the reference in the validation/substitution rule.