How To Fix AD319 - &-& (foreign key definition generated automatically)

AD319 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 319

• Message text: &-& (foreign key definition generated automatically)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD319 - &-& (foreign key definition generated automatically) ?

  The SAP error message AD319 typically indicates an issue related to foreign key definitions in the context of database table definitions. This error occurs when the system attempts to automatically generate a foreign key relationship but encounters a problem, often due to inconsistencies or missing references in the data model.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Primary Key: The table that is supposed to be referenced by the foreign key does not have a primary key defined.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data types of the fields involved in the foreign key relationship do not match.
  Inconsistent Table Definitions: The tables involved may not be properly defined or may have been altered in a way that disrupts the foreign key relationship.
  Database Constraints: There may be existing constraints in the database that prevent the creation of the foreign key.
  Transport Issues: If the table definitions were transported from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the transport.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Primary Key: Ensure that