How To Fix BORGR801 - Create a suitable database index for table VTTK

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BORGR - Messages Multi-Level Goods Receipt

• Message number: 801

• Message text: Create a suitable database index for table VTTK

What causes this issue?

The system must access the external identification in table VTTK
(shipment header) quickly to check whether the external description (or
name) is unique.

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?

Create a corresponding index for table VTTK in which either
the first field is for the external description (or name)
the first field is for the client and the second field is for the
external description (or name)

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BORGR801 - Create a suitable database index for table VTTK ?

  The SAP error message BORGR801 indicates that a suitable database index is missing for the table VTTK. This table is part of the SAP system and is typically related to transportation and logistics processes, specifically dealing with shipment data.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system attempts to access the VTTK table for data retrieval, but it cannot find an appropriate index to optimize the query. This can lead to performance issues or even failures in processing certain transactions that rely on this table.
  Solution:
  To resolve the BORGR801 error, you need to create a suitable database index for the VTTK table. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Identify the Required Index: 
  
  Determine which fields are frequently used in WHERE clauses or JOIN conditions when accessing the VTTK table. This will help you decide which fields should be included in the index.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction SE11:
  
  Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Enter the table name VTTK and click on the "Display" button.
  In the table display, navigate to the "Indexes" tab.
  
  
  
  Create a New Index:
  
  Click on the "Create" button to define a new index.
  Specify the fields that you identified as necessary for the index.
  Set the index type (e.g., unique or non-unique) based on your requirements.
  
  
  
  Activate the Index:
  
  After defining the index, save and activate it. This will create the index in the database.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After creating the index, test the transaction or report that was previously causing the error to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Performance Considerations: Creating indexes can improve read performance but may slow down write operations (INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE) because the index needs to be updated as well. Therefore, it's essential to balance the need for fast reads with the overhead of maintaining the index.
  
  
  Database Administration: If you are not familiar with creating indexes or if you do not have the necessary authorizations, it is advisable to consult with your SAP Basis team or a database administrator.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional guidance or best practices regarding the VTTK table and indexing strategies.
  
  
  Monitoring: After implementing the index, monitor the performance of the system to ensure that the changes have had the desired effect.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BORGR801 error and improve the performance of queries involving the VTTK table.