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How To Fix WJ004 - The structure &1 cannot be found in the Dictionary


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: WJ - Additionals

  • Message number: 004

  • Message text: The structure &1 cannot be found in the Dictionary

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  • What causes this issue?

    The data in one line of the assortment list is held in a character
    string whose structure is defined in the assortment list profile. For
    the string to be decoded, its structure must be read from the Data
    Dictionary. An error occurred during this process.

    System Response

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

    How to fix this error?

    Check whether the structure &V1& exists in the Data Dictionary and is
    active.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WJ004 - The structure &1 cannot be found in the Dictionary ?

    Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:


    SAP Error Message:

    WJ004 The structure &1 cannot be found in the Dictionary


    Cause:

    This warning message occurs when a program or an object tries to reference a structure in the ABAP Dictionary (DDIC) that does not exist or is not active. The placeholder &1 is replaced by the name of the structure that the system cannot find.

    Common reasons include:

    • The structure name is misspelled or incorrect in the code.
    • The structure has been deleted or renamed in the Data Dictionary.
    • The structure exists but is inactive or not transported to the current system.
    • The program or object is referencing a structure that belongs to a different namespace or package which is not accessible.

    Solution:

    1. Check the structure name:
      Verify that the structure name used in the program or object is correct and matches exactly the name in the Data Dictionary.

    2. Check the Data Dictionary:

      • Go to transaction SE11 and enter the structure name.
      • Check if the structure exists and is active. If it is inactive, activate it.
      • If it does not exist, create the structure or correct the reference in the program.
    3. Check transport and system landscape:
      If the structure exists in the development system but not in the current system, ensure that the structure has been transported properly.

    4. Check authorization and namespace:
      Make sure the program has access to the namespace/package where the structure is defined.

    5. Adjust the program:
      If the structure is obsolete or replaced, update the program to use the correct or new structure.


    Related Information:

    • Transaction SE11: ABAP Dictionary maintenance tool to check and maintain structures.
    • Transaction SE80: Object Navigator to check program references.
    • Transport Management System (STMS): To check if the structure has been transported.
    • SAP Notes: Sometimes, specific SAP Notes may address issues related to missing dictionary objects.

    Summary:

    Aspect Details
    Message WJ004 The structure &1 cannot be found in the Dictionary
    Cause Structure referenced in code does not exist or is inactive in DDIC
    Solution Verify and correct structure name, activate or create structure, ensure transport, check access rights
    Tools SE11, SE80, STMS

    If you provide the exact structure name or context where this error occurs, I can help you with more specific guidance.

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