How To Fix AD861 - Exception (database should not contain primary index)

AD861 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 861

• Message text: Exception (database should not contain primary index)

What causes this issue?

The SAP system contains tables (such as DD03L) whose primary index is
for specific reasons not created in the database. Transaction SE14
(database utility) does not allow you to create these known exceptions
in the database by mistake.

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?

Not an error. No action necessary.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD861 - Exception (database should not contain primary index) ?

  The SAP error message AD861, which states "Exception (database should not contain primary index)," typically occurs when there is an issue with the database structure, specifically related to the primary index of a database table. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during data migration, system upgrades, or when performing certain database operations.
  
  Cause:
  
  Primary Index Issue: The error indicates that the database table in question is incorrectly configured to have a primary index, which is not allowed in certain contexts or configurations.
  Database Configuration: The database may have been set up incorrectly, or there may be inconsistencies in the database schema.
  Data Migration: If data has been migrated from another system or database, the primary index may not have been properly defined or removed.
  SAP Notes: There may be specific SAP Notes that address known issues related to this error, which could involve patches or updates that need to be applied.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Database