How To Fix E7041 - Assignment of an external key is not permissible

E7041 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E7 - IS-U master data

• Message number: 041

• Message text: Assignment of an external key is not permissible

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to create a connection object or a device location
by assigning an external key, although this is not permitted.

System Response

The transaction was terminated.

How to fix this error?

Do not enter a key when creating a connection object or device
location.

Procedure for System Administrators

Table <DS:SIMG._ISUBD_000002>TE130</> may not be correctly maintained.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E7041 - Assignment of an external key is not permissible ?

  The SAP error message E7041, "Assignment of an external key is not permissible," typically occurs when there is an attempt to assign an external key (like a key from an external system) to a field or object in SAP that does not allow such assignments. This can happen in various contexts, such as during data import, integration with external systems, or when working with certain SAP modules.
  Causes:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The external key being assigned may not match the expected data type or format in SAP.
  Field Restrictions: The field or object you are trying to assign the external key to may have restrictions that prevent external keys from being assigned.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict the use of external keys for certain operations.
  Incorrect Mapping: If you are using middleware or data transfer tools, the mapping between the external key and the SAP field may