How To Fix E2217 - Value table & is not active (foreign key definition is not possible)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E2 - DE Data Dictionary

• Message number: 217

• Message text: Value table & is not active (foreign key definition is not possible)

What causes this issue?

Table &V1& was entered as value table for domain &V2&. This value table
is either inactive or else does not exist.

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?

After activating the domain, the value table must also be created and
activated. It is also essential that a key field should point to the
domain itself.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E2217 - Value table & is not active (foreign key definition is not possible) ?

  The SAP error message E2217, which states "Value table & is not active (foreign key definition is not possible)," typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a foreign key relationship in the Data Dictionary (SE11) and the value table associated with the foreign key is not active. This can prevent the foreign key definition from being established.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Value Table: The value table that you are trying to reference in your foreign key definition is not active. Inactive tables cannot be used in foreign key relationships.
  Transport Issues: If the value table was recently created or modified and has not been activated in the current system, this error may occur.
  Development Environment: If you are working in a development environment, the value table may not have been transported to the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Value Table:
  
  Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Enter the name of the value table that is causing the issue.
  Check the status of the table. If it is inactive, activate it by clicking on the "Activate" button (or using the menu option).
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that all dependent objects (like domains, data elements, etc.) are also active. Sometimes, the value table may depend on other objects that need to be activated first.
  
  
  
  Transport the Object:
  
  If you are in a development environment and the value table is not available in the target system, ensure that it is included in a transport request and that the transport has been successfully imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors:
  
  After activation, check for any errors or warnings that may have occurred during the activation process. Resolve any issues that are reported.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt Foreign Key Definition:
  
  Once the value table is active, go back to the foreign key definition and try to create or modify it again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE14: Database Utility (to check and activate database objects)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on Data Dictionary objects and foreign key relationships.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues related to your version of SAP that might provide additional context or solutions.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the E2217 error and successfully define your foreign key relationship.