How To Fix DO221 - Domain & is not key domain of value table &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DO - Dictionary: Mass activation of domains and data elements

• Message number: 221

• Message text: Domain & is not key domain of value table &

What causes this issue?

A domain can have a value table assigned to it which has a key field
with this domain. This assignment forms the basis for the definition of
foreign key relationships for table fields with this domain.
The value table specified for the domain does not have a key field with
this domain.

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?

Specify a table as value table which has a key field with this domain
or modify the specified table so that it meets this requirement.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DO221 - Domain & is not key domain of value table & ?

  The SAP error message DO221 indicates that there is an issue with the domain definition in relation to a value table. Specifically, it suggests that the domain specified is not a key domain for the value table being referenced. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when defining data elements, domains, or when working with foreign key relationships.
  Cause:
  
  Domain Definition: The domain defined for a field is not set as a key domain in the associated value table.
  Value Table Configuration: The value table may not have the correct key fields defined, or the field being referenced does not match the expected key fields.
  Data Element Issues: The data element associated with the field may not be correctly linked to the domain or value table.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Domain Settings:
  
  Go to transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Check the domain associated with the field in question.
  Ensure that the domain is correctly defined and that it is set as a key domain for the value table.
  
  
  
  Review Value Table:
  
  In SE11, check the value table associated with the domain.
  Ensure that the key fields in the value table are correctly defined and that they match the expected key fields for the domain.
  
  
  
  Adjust Data Element:
  
  If the data element is incorrectly defined, you may need to adjust it to ensure it references the correct domain and value table.
  Check the data element in SE11 and ensure it is linked to the correct domain.
  
  
  
  Foreign Key Relationships:
  
  If you are working with foreign key relationships, ensure that the foreign key is correctly defined and that it points to the correct key fields in the value table.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If changes were made in a development environment, ensure that they are properly transported to the quality or production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE14: Database Utility (to check database table settings)
  SE80: Object Navigator (to view related objects)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on domains, data elements, and value tables.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the functionality to ensure that the error is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the DO221 error message in SAP.