How To Fix DA603 - Old key field & has been deleted


DA603 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: DA - Dictionary: Compare, distribution, timer, instantiation

  • Message number: 603

  • Message text: Old key field & has been deleted

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  • What causes this issue?

    A key field of the active version of the table no longer exists in the
    revised version.

    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?

    For information only.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DA603 - Old key field & has been deleted ?
    The SAP error message DA603, which states "Old key field & has been deleted," typically occurs in the context of data management, particularly when dealing with master data or transactional data in SAP. This error indicates that a key field that was previously used in a data record has been deleted, leading to inconsistencies or issues when trying to access or manipulate that data.
    
    Cause: Data Deletion: The key field that is referenced in the error message has been deleted from the database or the relevant data structure. This could happen due to data maintenance activities, such as deleting a master record or changing the structure of a table. Data Consistency Issues: The system may be trying to access a record that relies on a key field that no longer exists, leading to a failure in data retrieval or processing. Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration of the SAP system, such as modifications to

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