How To Fix AD278 - No active version of foreign key &-&

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 278

• Message text: No active version of foreign key &-&

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD278 - No active version of foreign key &-& ?

  The SAP error message AD278 "No active version of foreign key &-&" typically occurs when there is an issue with the foreign key relationship in the database. This error indicates that the system cannot find an active version of the specified foreign key, which is necessary for maintaining referential integrity between tables.
  Causes:
  
  Inactive Foreign Key: The foreign key relationship may not be active or may have been deleted or deactivated in the database.
  Missing Data: The data that the foreign key is supposed to reference may be missing or not properly defined.
  Transport Issues: If the foreign key was recently transported from another system, it may not have been activated correctly.
  Database Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database that prevent the foreign key from being recognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Foreign Key Definition:
  
  Go to the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11) and check the foreign key definition. Ensure that it is active and correctly defined.
  If it is inactive, you may need to activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Related Tables:
  
  Verify that the tables involved in the foreign key relationship exist and that the referenced keys have valid entries.
  
  
  
  Recreate Foreign Key:
  
  If the foreign key is missing or corrupted, you may need to recreate it. This involves deleting the existing foreign key and creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Transport Request:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary objects were included and activated in the target system.
  
  
  
  Database Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the database to identify and resolve any inconsistencies. This can often be done using transaction codes like SE14 (Database Utility).
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), SE80 (Object Navigator).
  SAP Notes: Always check for specific SAP Notes related to your version of SAP, as they may provide patches or additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for foreign key constraints and database integrity to understand how they work within your specific SAP environment.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.