How To Fix GG197 - Only key fields are allowed

GG197 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GG - Messages for FI-SL customizing

• Message number: 197

• Message text: Only key fields are allowed

What causes this issue?

Only a key field from the sender or receiver tables is allowed as a
field.

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?

Please use a suitable field.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GG197 - Only key fields are allowed ?

  The SAP error message GG197 "Only key fields are allowed" typically occurs in the context of data entry or data processing within SAP, particularly when dealing with key fields in a table or a data structure. This error indicates that the system expects only key fields to be entered or processed, and non-key fields are not permitted in that context.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Field Usage: The error usually arises when a user attempts to enter or manipulate data in a field that is not designated as a key field in the database table or structure.
  Data Model Constraints: The data model may have constraints that only allow key fields to be used in certain operations, such as updates or inserts.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict the use of non-key fields in specific transactions or processes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Definitions: Review the data structure or table definition to ensure that