How To Fix FRMLAPI114 - Foreign key field does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FRMLAPI - RMS-FRM: API Messages for Formula

• Message number: 114

• Message text: Foreign key field does not exist

What causes this issue?

The link to the higher-level data record is initial. This means that no
value was transferred to the
<DS:GLOS.352A9510AAE85CD5E10000009B38F974>Application Programming
Interface</>.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FRMLAPI114 - Foreign key field does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FRMLAPI114: Foreign key field does not exist typically occurs when there is an issue with the foreign key relationship in the database. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during data entry, data migration, or when executing certain transactions that involve foreign key constraints.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Foreign Key Field: The foreign key field that is being referenced does not exist in the database table or structure.
  Incorrect Table Structure: The table structure may have been altered, and the foreign key field was removed or renamed.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model or configuration that affect the relationships between tables can lead to this error.
  Typographical Errors: There may be a typo in the field name or the foreign key definition.
  Transport Issues: If the changes were transported from one system to another, the transport might not have included all necessary objects.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Table Structure: Verify the structure of the table in question to ensure that the foreign key field exists. You can do this using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser).
  Review Foreign Key Relationships: Check the foreign key relationships defined in the data dictionary. Ensure that the foreign key is correctly defined and points to an existing field in the referenced table.
  Correct Typographical Errors: If there are any typos in the field names or foreign key definitions, correct them.
  Recreate Foreign Key: If the foreign key field was removed or altered, you may need to recreate the foreign key relationship in the data dictionary.
  Check Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request and that they were successfully imported into the target system.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or change logs to understand if there were any recent changes that could have affected the foreign key relationship.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), and SE16 (Data Browser) for checking table structures and relationships.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address similar issues or provide additional guidance.
  Debugging: If the error persists, consider debugging the program or transaction that is generating the error to identify the exact point of failure.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or ABAP team for further assistance.