How To Fix DO226 - Value table & changed; check the foreign key

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 226

• Message text: Value table & changed; check the foreign key

What causes this issue?

The domain was assigned another value table, or the value table was
deleted in the domain.
Up to and including Release 3.0B a foreign key definition for a field
was only possible if the domain of the field was assigned a value
table. If the value table was deleted in the domain, the foreign keys
of which the value table was the check table were also deleted.
This deletion of the <DS:TX.DDDOK_FREMDSCHLUESSEL>foreign key</> is no
longer executed from Release 3.0C, as now foreign keys and be defined
even if the corresponding domain is not assigned a
<DS:TX.DDDOK_WERTETABELLE>value table</>. When creating foreign keys,
the value table is used only as default value for a unified check
table.

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?

Check if the foreign key definitions for fields with this domain use
the check table you require or if the check table needs to be changed
for the foreign keys as well. You cann change the check table in the
Dictionary maintenance transaction SE11 in the foreign key maintenance.
The foreign key for fields with this domain can be determined as
follows via the Repository Information System (transaction SE85). The
search is via fields (structure fields, table fields, view fields), the
search criterion is the check table name other than space and the
domain name.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DO226 - Value table & changed; check the foreign key ?

  The SAP error message DO226 ("Value table & changed; check the foreign key") typically occurs when there is an inconsistency or issue related to foreign key relationships in the data model. This error is often encountered during data entry or when trying to save changes in a transaction that involves value tables and foreign keys.
  Cause:
  
  Foreign Key Violation: The error indicates that the value being entered does not exist in the corresponding foreign key table. This means that the system is trying to reference a value that is not valid or does not exist in the related table.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the value table that are required for the foreign key relationship.
  Configuration Issues: Changes in the configuration of the value table or foreign key relationships may have led to this error. This can happen if a table structure was modified without properly updating related tables or entries.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the related tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Value Table: Verify that the value you are trying to enter exists in the corresponding value table. You can do this by checking the relevant table in the SAP database (using transaction SE11 or SE16).
  Review Foreign Key Relationships: Use transaction SE11 to check the foreign key relationships defined for the table in question. Ensure that the foreign key constraints are correctly set up and that the referenced values exist.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the database to identify any inconsistencies. This can be done using transaction codes like SE14 (Database Utility) to check and repair inconsistencies.
  Update or Correct Data: If you find that the required value is missing, you may need to add it to the value table or correct any existing data that is causing the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Review any recent changes made to the system that might have affected the data model or configuration. This includes changes made during upgrades or custom developments.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the relevant tables.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), SE14 (Database Utility).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the transaction to identify the exact point of failure and gather more information about the data being processed.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or ABAP team for further investigation.