How To Fix EVE_SETTINGS002 - Attribute &1 (data type &2) is not suitable as a key field

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EVE_SETTINGS - Messages for Evaluation Engine Settings

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Attribute &1 (data type &2) is not suitable as a key field

What causes this issue?

You cannot use the attribute you specified as a key field.
Currently only the following combinations of attribute names and type
names are allowed as key fields:
Attribute,,Type Name,,Description
<EX>EVE_YEAR</>,,<AB><EX>EVE_TV_YEAR</></>,,Calendar Year
<EX>EVE_MONTH</>,,<EX>EVE_TV_MONTH</>,,Calendar Month

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Choose a valid combination of attribute name and type name.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EVE_SETTINGS002 - Attribute &1 (data type &2) is not suitable as a key field ?

  The SAP error message EVE_SETTINGS002 indicates that a specific attribute (field) is not suitable to be used as a key field in the context of the SAP system, particularly in the context of data modeling or data extraction processes. This error typically arises in environments such as SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when defining InfoObjects, data sources, or similar structures.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Data Type Incompatibility: The attribute you are trying to use as a key field may have a data type that is not compatible with key fields. For example, certain data types like text or long strings may not be suitable as key fields.
  Field Length: The length of the attribute may exceed the maximum allowed length for key fields.
  Non-Unique Values: Key fields must have unique values. If the attribute does not guarantee uniqueness, it cannot be used as a key field.
  Technical Settings: The technical settings of the attribute may not allow it to be used as a key field.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, consider the following steps:
  
  Check Data Type: Verify the data type of the attribute. Ensure that it is a suitable type for a key field (e.g., integer, date, etc.).
  Review Field Length: Ensure that the length of the attribute does not exceed the maximum length allowed for key fields.
  Ensure Uniqueness: Check the data to ensure that the attribute values are unique. If they are not, consider using a different attribute that guarantees uniqueness.
  Modify Technical Settings: If applicable, review and modify the technical settings of the attribute to allow it to be used as a key field.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or guidelines for the specific module you are working with to understand the requirements for key fields.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  Data Modeling Guidelines: Review best practices for data modeling in SAP BW or HANA to ensure compliance with key field requirements.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.