How To Fix WER071 - Item field &1(&2) does not exist anymore in structure &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WER - Messages for the package WER

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Item field &1(&2) does not exist anymore in structure &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WER071 - Item field &1(&2) does not exist anymore in structure &3 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WER071 - Item field &1(&2) does not exist anymore in structure &3
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This error occurs when a program or process tries to access a field (item) in a structure that no longer exists. Specifically:
  
  &1 = Name of the field (item) that is being accessed.
  &2 = Field position or additional identifier.
  &3 = Name of the structure in which the field was expected.
  
  The message indicates that the program is referencing a field that has been removed or renamed in the data structure definition (e.g., a DDIC structure, table type, or internal table line type).
  Common causes:
  
  The underlying structure (e.g., a DDIC structure or table type) has been changed (fields deleted or renamed) after the program was written or last adjusted.
  The program or form (e.g., Smartform, Adobe form, ABAP report) still references the old structure definition.
  A transport or upgrade changed the structure but the program was not adjusted accordingly.
  Custom code or enhancements referencing outdated structures.
  
  
  Where it typically occurs:
  
  In ABAP programs, function modules, or forms that use structures.
  In Smartforms or Adobe forms where the interface structure has changed.
  In data dictionary changes that are not reflected in dependent programs.
  During runtime when the program tries to access a non-existing field.
  
  
  Solution / How to fix:
  
  
  Check the structure definition:
  
  Go to transaction SE11.
  Enter the structure name (&3) and display it.
  Verify if the field (&1) exists or not.
  
  
  
  Adjust the program or form:
  
  If the field was removed intentionally, update the program or form to remove references to this field.
  If the field was renamed, update the program to use the new field name.
  If the field should exist but was accidentally deleted, restore it in the structure.
  
  
  
  Regenerate or re-activate dependent objects:
  
  Sometimes, after structure changes, dependent programs or forms need to be reactivated.
  For Smartforms or Adobe forms, re-generate the interface or re-activate the form.
  
  
  
  Check for transports or recent changes:
  
  Review recent transports or changes to the structure.
  Coordinate with the ABAP or BASIS team if necessary.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  Use the ABAP debugger to find where the error occurs.
  Check the stack trace to identify the exact program or form causing the issue.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This error is a runtime error indicating a mismatch between the program's expectations and the current data dictionary.
  It is important to maintain synchronization between data dictionary objects and programs/forms using them.
  Always perform impact analysis before changing structures that are widely used.
  Use version management and transport logs to track changes.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  WER071 - Item field &1(&2) does not exist anymore in structure &3
  
  
  Cause
  Program references a field that was deleted or renamed in the structure.
  
  
  Solution
  Update program/form to match current structure; restore or rename field if needed; reactivate dependent objects.
  
  
  Tools
  SE11 (structure), SE80 (program/form), Debugger, Transport logs
  
  
  Prevention
  Coordinate structure changes; impact analysis; maintain synchronization between DDIC and programs.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact context (program name, structure name, field name), I can help you with more specific instructions.