How To Fix >0871 - Activate database index & for selection via FKKVKP-DEF_REC

>0871 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >0 - General Basis texts

• Message number: 871

• Message text: Activate database index & for selection via FKKVKP-DEF_REC

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >0871 - Activate database index & for selection via FKKVKP-DEF_REC ?

  The SAP error message >0871 typically indicates an issue related to activating a database index for the table FKKVKP (which is part of the Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable module). The specific error message suggests that there is a problem with the activation of a database index for selection via the DEF_REC field.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Index: The index that is required for efficient data retrieval is not activated or is missing.
  Database Issues: There may be underlying issues with the database itself, such as corruption or misconfiguration.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport, the index may not have been properly activated.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the index from being activated.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Index:
  
  Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Enter the table name FKKVKP and click on "Indexes".
  Check if the index related to DEF_REC exists and is active. If not, you may need to create or activate