How To Fix AD570 - &-&: Foreign key is partial (check table field &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 570

• Message text: &-&: Foreign key is partial (check table field &)

What causes this issue?

Not all foreign key fields of partial foreign keys are checked against
the key fields in the check table. Fields that do not need to be
checked are indicated by an asterisk (*) in the foreign key table field
(leave field names empty).

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD570 - &-&: Foreign key is partial (check table field &) ?

  The SAP error message AD570 indicates that there is a problem with a foreign key relationship in the database. Specifically, it states that the foreign key is partial, which means that the foreign key constraint is not fully satisfied for the specified field in the check table. This typically occurs when the foreign key is defined on a subset of the fields in the primary key of the referenced table, and the values in the foreign key field do not match the corresponding values in the referenced table.
  Cause:
  
  Partial Foreign Key Definition: The foreign key relationship is defined on a subset of the fields in the primary key of the referenced table, leading to a situation where not all necessary fields are being checked.
  Data Inconsistency: The data in the table where the foreign key is defined does not match the data in the referenced table, causing the foreign key constraint to fail.
  Incorrect Configuration: The foreign key relationship may have been incorrectly configured in the data dictionary.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Foreign Key Definition: Review the foreign key definition in the data dictionary (transaction SE11) to ensure that it is correctly defined. Make sure that all necessary fields are included in the foreign key relationship.
  Data Validation: Validate the data in both the referencing and referenced tables to ensure that the values match. You can use SQL queries or transaction codes like SE16 to check the data.
  Adjust Data: If you find inconsistencies, you may need to update or correct the data in the referencing table to ensure that it matches the referenced table.
  Recreate Foreign Key: If the foreign key definition is incorrect, you may need to drop and recreate the foreign key constraint with the correct fields.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or ABAP team for further assistance if needed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), SE14 (Database Utility).
  Foreign Key Relationships: Understanding how foreign keys work in SAP and the importance of maintaining data integrity.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to foreign key constraints.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the AD570 error message in SAP.