How To Fix CNS205 - Foreign key table &2 using fields &1


CNS205 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: CNS -

  • Message number: 205

  • Message text: Foreign key table &2 using fields &1

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CNS205 - Details

  • The SAP error message CNS205 typically indicates an issue related to foreign key constraints in the database. This error occurs when there is an attempt to insert or update a record in a table that references another table through a foreign key, but the referenced record does not exist.
    
    Cause: The error message CNS205 is triggered when: You are trying to insert or update a record in a table (let's call it Table A) that has a foreign key relationship with another table (Table B). The value you are trying to insert or update in Table A does not match any existing value in the primary key of Table B.
    Solution: To resolve the CNS205 error, you can take the following steps: Check Foreign Key Relationship: Identify the foreign key relationship between the two tables. You can do this by checking the data dictionary (transaction SE11) for the table definitions. Verify Data Integrity: Ensure that the value you are trying

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