How To Fix APS_CKE_PARSER065 - The representative key field &1 has an invalid data type.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APS_CKE_PARSER - CDS Key user tool - AST handler messages

• Message number: 065

• Message text: The representative key field &1 has an invalid data type.

What causes this issue?

The custom CDS view you are currently editing contains an invalid data
type for a representative key field.

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?

The following data types are allowed for representative key fields:
CHAR, NUMC, DATS, TIMS.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APS_CKE_PARSER065 - The representative key field &1 has an invalid data type. ?

  The SAP error message APS_CKE_PARSER065 indicates that there is an issue with the data type of a representative key field in your configuration or data model. This error typically arises in the context of SAP applications that involve data processing, such as SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system expects a specific data type for a key field, but the actual data type provided does not match the expected type. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Data Type Definition: The key field may have been defined with an incorrect data type in the data model or InfoObject.
  Data Source Mismatch: The data source from which the key field is being pulled may have a different data type than what is expected.
  Transformation Issues: If there are transformations involved, they may not be correctly mapping the data types.
  Inconsistent Data: The data being loaded may contain values that do not conform to the expected data type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the APS_CKE_PARSER065 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Data Type Definitions:
  
  Go to the relevant InfoObject or data model in the SAP system.
  Verify that the data type of the representative key field matches the expected data type. For example, if the field is expected to be a character type, ensure it is not defined as a numeric type.
  
  
  
  Review Data Source:
  
  Check the data source from which the key field is being extracted. Ensure that the data type in the source system matches the expected data type in SAP.
  
  
  
  Examine Transformations:
  
  If you are using transformations, review the mapping to ensure that the data types are being correctly transformed. Adjust the transformation rules if necessary.
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  Inspect the data being loaded into the system. Look for any records that may have invalid values or data types that do not conform to the expected format.
  
  
  
  Adjust Data Model:
  
  If necessary, adjust the data model to accommodate the correct data types. This may involve changing the data type of the key field or creating a new field with the correct type.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the data load or processing again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for guidelines on data types and key fields in your specific SAP module.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the APS_CKE_PARSER065 error in your SAP environment.