How To Fix DB6316 - The secondary key &2 defined on table &1 is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DB6 - DB6: Alert Monitoring and Alert Configuration

• Message number: 316

• Message text: The secondary key &2 defined on table &1 is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB6316 - The secondary key &2 defined on table &1 is missing ?

  The SAP error message DB6316 indicates that a secondary key defined on a database table is missing. This can occur for various reasons, such as changes in the database schema, issues during transport, or inconsistencies in the database.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Secondary Key: The secondary key defined in the data dictionary (DDIC) for the specified table does not exist in the database.
  Transport Issues: If the table definition was transported from one system to another, the secondary key might not have been included in the transport request.
  Database Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies between the data dictionary and the actual database structure, possibly due to manual changes or failed updates.
  Database Migration: If the database was migrated or upgraded, the secondary key might not have been created properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Table Definition: Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the definition of the table and verify that the secondary key is defined correctly.
  Recreate the Secondary Key: If the secondary key is indeed missing, you can recreate it:
  
  Go to transaction SE11.
  Enter the table name and click on "Display."
  Switch to "Change" mode and add the missing secondary key.
  Activate the table after making changes.
  
  
  Transport Request: If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that the transport request containing the secondary key is correctly imported into the target system.
  Database Consistency Check: Run a consistency check on the database to identify and resolve any discrepancies between the data dictionary and the database.
  Database Administration: If you are not able to resolve the issue, consult with your database administrator or SAP Basis team to check for any underlying database issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), SE03 (Transport Organizer), SE09 (Transport Organizer).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on database keys and table definitions.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.