How To Fix 5P010 - Layout of the table key is incorrect, the following is required: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5P - Error Messages for Schema, Pers.Calc.Rule and Feature Checks

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Layout of the table key is incorrect, the following is required: &

What causes this issue?

You have used a decision operation(s). These operations fill the
variable key. However, the variable key contains entries with numbers
and lengths that do not match the decision operations.

How to fix this error?

The error message shows the correct structure of the variable key.
Enter the value of the last decision operation in those places marked
with an 'X'. Make sure that the operations VALEN and VAOFF are
available as these can affect the length of the values that are
transferred to the variable key. In addition, the continuation line
must be empty.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5P010 - Layout of the table key is incorrect, the following is required: & ?

  The SAP error message 5P010 indicates that there is an issue with the layout of the table key in a specific context, typically related to the configuration of a table or data structure in the SAP system. This error often arises when the key fields defined for a table do not match the expected format or structure required by the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Key Definition: The key fields defined for the table may not match the expected data types or lengths.
  Missing Key Fields: Required key fields may be missing from the table definition.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data types of the key fields may not be compatible with the expected types.
  Configuration Errors: Errors in the configuration settings of the table or data structure can lead to this issue.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Table Definition: Review the table definition in the Data Dictionary (SE11) to ensure that all required key fields are correctly defined.
  Verify Data Types: Ensure that the data types and lengths of the key fields match the expected values. Adjust them if necessary.
  Add Missing Key Fields: If any required key fields are missing, add them to the table definition.
  Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the table to identify any discrepancies or errors in the configuration.
  Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all related objects were transported correctly and that there are no missing dependencies.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module or functionality you are working with for additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), or SE37 (Function Module) to investigate and modify the table definitions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Debugging: If the error occurs during a specific transaction or process, consider using the debugger (transaction SE80) to trace the execution and identify where the error is triggered.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or ABAP team for further assistance, as they may have more insights into the specific configuration and customizations in your SAP environment.