How To Fix ABADR006 - Assign a source field to all table key fields

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ABADR - Message Class for Characteristic Derivation

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Assign a source field to all table key fields

What causes this issue?

The upper part contains all the key fields in the table that can be
accessed. To make this access possible, you must assign every key field
to a source field. The system then uses the entries in these source
fields to read the table.

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?

Enter each key field of the table in a source field.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ABADR006 - Assign a source field to all table key fields ?

  The SAP error message ABADR006 ("Assign a source field to all table key fields") typically occurs during the process of data transfer or data mapping in SAP, particularly when working with Data Transfer Processes (DTP) or when creating InfoObjects in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse).
  Cause:
  This error arises when you are trying to create or modify a DataSource or InfoObject, and not all key fields of the target table have been assigned corresponding source fields. In SAP BW, every key field in a target table must have a source field mapped to it to ensure that data can be correctly transferred and stored.
  Solution:
  To resolve the ABADR006 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Key Fields: Identify all the key fields in the target table (e.g., InfoObject or DataSource) that are causing the error.
  
  
  Assign Source Fields:
  
  Go to the DataSource or InfoObject definition in the SAP BW system.
  Ensure that each key field has a corresponding source field assigned. If any key field is missing a source field, assign the appropriate source field to it.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Mapping: After assigning the source fields, validate the data mapping to ensure that all key fields are correctly mapped.
  
  
  Activate Changes: Once all key fields have been assigned source fields, activate the DataSource or InfoObject to apply the changes.
  
  
  Test the Data Transfer: After activation, perform a test data transfer to ensure that the error is resolved and that data can be successfully loaded into the target table.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Key Fields: In SAP BW, key fields are essential for uniquely identifying records in a table. They are critical for data integrity and retrieval.
  DataSource: A DataSource is a structure that defines how data is extracted from a source system and loaded into SAP BW.
  InfoObject: An InfoObject is a fundamental building block in SAP BW that represents a characteristic or a key figure.
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to access and manage DataSources and InfoObjects.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider checking SAP Notes or consulting with your SAP Basis or BW team for further assistance.