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How To Fix E2188 - Foreign key &-& is consistent


E2188 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: E2 - DE Data Dictionary

  • Message number: 188

  • Message text: Foreign key &-& is consistent

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  • What causes this issue?

    The foreign key check showed that the foreign key is consistent, i.e.
    the foreign key definition contains no errors.

    System Response

    Information message

    How to fix this error?

    No action required.

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E2188 - Details

  • The SAP error message E2188, which states "Foreign key &-& is consistent," typically occurs in the context of data integrity checks within the SAP system. This error indicates that there is a foreign key relationship that is being violated or is not being met according to the defined constraints in the database.
    
    Cause: Foreign Key Constraint Violation: The error usually arises when an attempt is made to delete or update a record that is referenced by another record in a different table. For example, if you try to delete a record from a parent table that has child records in a related table, the foreign key constraint prevents this action. Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data where the foreign key relationship is not properly maintained, leading to this error. Incorrect Configuration: The foreign key relationships may not be correctly defined in the database schema, leading to conflicts when performing operations.
    Solution: Check Foreign

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