How To Fix COM_ATTRFRG_GEN114 - Data type of key field of table & is not suitable

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_ATTRFRG_GEN - Message Class for Generating Attributes and Sets

• Message number: 114

• Message text: Data type of key field of table & is not suitable

What causes this issue?

The <DS:DE.COMT_ATTR_DATATYPE>data type</> of the key field of the
value table is not suitable for use in the attribute.

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?

Choose another value table.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_ATTRFRG_GEN114 - Data type of key field of table & is not suitable ?

  The SAP error message COM_ATTRFRG_GEN114 indicates that there is an issue with the data type of a key field in a table. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or other modules that involve data modeling and attribute management.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the data type of a key field in a table does not match the expected data type for that field. This mismatch can happen due to several reasons, such as:
  
  Inconsistent Data Types: The key field in the table may have been defined with a data type that is incompatible with the expected data type in the context of the operation being performed.
  Changes in Data Model: If there have been recent changes to the data model or the structure of the table, it may lead to inconsistencies.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements that modify the standard behavior of the table, they may inadvertently cause this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Type Definitions: Verify the data type of the key field in the table. Ensure that it matches the expected data type for the operation you are trying to perform. You can do this by checking the Data Dictionary (SE11) for the table in question.
  
  
  Review Table Structure: If there have been recent changes to the table structure, review those changes to ensure that they are correctly implemented and that the data types are consistent.
  
  
  Adjust Custom Code: If there is custom code that interacts with the table, review it to ensure that it is not causing the data type mismatch. Make necessary adjustments to align with the expected data types.
  
  
  Data Migration: If the error is related to data migration or data import processes, ensure that the data being imported matches the expected data types of the target table.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with. There may be specific guidelines or known issues that can provide additional context.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that there are no further data type mismatches.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SE37 (Function Builder) to investigate the table and related objects.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message. You can search for the error message or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.