How To Fix AD269 - Foreign key &-& (dependency factor ID incorrect)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 269

• Message text: Foreign key &-& (dependency factor ID incorrect)

What causes this issue?

The dependency factor ID for this foreign key cannot be correct, since
all the fields in the foreign key are outside the key of the foreign
key table. This key is thus no longer an identifying key (in this case,
the dependent record could be changed).

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?

For this foreign key, select OBL (obligatory foreign key) or OPT
(optional foreign key) as the valid dependency factor.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD269 - Foreign key &-& (dependency factor ID incorrect) ?

  The SAP error message AD269, which states "Foreign key &-& (dependency factor ID incorrect)," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module or when dealing with master data in SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue with the foreign key relationship in the data being processed, specifically related to a dependency factor ID that is not valid or does not exist.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Dependency Factor ID: The most common cause of this error is that the dependency factor ID referenced in the data does not exist in the system or is incorrectly defined.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings that lead to the foreign key relationship being invalid.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the APO settings or in the related master data can also lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the data or configuration was transported from one system to another, there may be missing dependencies or incorrect settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dependency Factor ID: Verify that the dependency factor ID mentioned in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant tables or using transaction codes like /SAPAPO/DP or /SAPAPO/OM to view the configuration.
  Correct Master Data: Ensure that all related master data is correctly defined and consistent. This includes checking the configuration of the product, location, and any other relevant master data.
  Review Configuration Settings: Go through the configuration settings in the APO module to ensure that everything is set up correctly. This may involve checking the settings for planning books, data views, and other related configurations.
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, validate that all necessary objects were transported correctly and that there are no missing dependencies.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/DP, /SAPAPO/OM, and others that may help in diagnosing the issue.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error AD269 in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific fixes or patches available.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the AD269 error in your SAP system.