How To Fix /AIF/API_CUST017 - You cannot change key fields

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /AIF/API_CUST -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: You cannot change key fields

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /AIF/API_CUST017 - You cannot change key fields ?

  The SAP error message /AIF/API_CUST017: You cannot change key fields typically occurs in the context of the Application Interface Framework (AIF) when there is an attempt to modify key fields of a data record that is not allowed. Key fields are essential identifiers for records in a database, and changing them can lead to data integrity issues.
  
  Cause:
  
  Key Field Modification: The error is triggered when an attempt is made to change a field that is defined as a key field in the database table or structure.
  Data Integrity Rules: SAP enforces data integrity rules that prevent changes to key fields once a record has been created. This is to ensure that the uniqueness and identity of the record are maintained.
  Incorrect Mapping: If you are using AIF to map data from one structure to another, there may be an incorrect mapping that tries to change a key field.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review the Data: Check the data