How To Fix AD275 - Foreign key &-& (dependency factor & is incorrect here)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 275

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

What causes this issue?

The type of the foreign key fields was specified incorrectly. Since all
the fields used in the foreign key are in the key of the foreign key
table, the definition "no key fields" is incorrect.

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?

Select either "key fields" or "not specified" as the type of the
foreign key fields.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD275 - Foreign key &-& (dependency factor & is incorrect here) ?

  The SAP error message AD275 indicates that there is an issue with a foreign key relationship in the context of a dependency factor. This error typically arises in the context of configuration or data entry in SAP, particularly when dealing with master data or transactional data that involves dependencies between different entities.
  Cause:
  The error message AD275 usually occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Incorrect Foreign Key Assignment: The foreign key relationship defined in the system does not match the expected values. This could be due to incorrect configuration or data entry.
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Dependency Factor: The dependency factor specified does not correspond to a valid entry in the related table. This could happen if the dependency factor is not defined or if it has been incorrectly modified.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that violate the foreign key constraints, leading to this error.
  
  
  Configuration Errors: If the configuration settings for the relevant module (like Material Management, Sales and Distribution, etc.) are not set up correctly, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AD275 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Foreign Key Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (e.g., SPRO) and verify the foreign key relationships.
  Ensure that the foreign key is correctly defined and that the dependency factor is valid.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Entries:
  
  Review the data entries that are causing the error. Check if the values entered for the foreign key and dependency factor are correct and exist in the corresponding tables.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the table definitions and relationships.
  Use SE16 or SE16N to view the data in the relevant tables and ensure that the foreign key values are present.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Integrity:
  
  Run consistency checks or reports to identify any data integrity issues that may be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the module you are working with.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16/SE16N (Data Browser), SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review the relevant module documentation for details on foreign key relationships and dependency factors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the AD275 error in your SAP system.