How To Fix GG604 - The table definition contains errors for key field &

GG604 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 604

• Message text: The table definition contains errors for key field &

What causes this issue?

The table definition for table &V2& is incorrect. The error refers to
key field &V1&. This field is obligatory for FI-SL. Possible errors:
a) Field &V1& is not in the table definition.
b) Field &V1& is not specified as the last key field within the table
definition.
c) The domain defined for the field is not called &V4&.

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 include field &V1& in the definition of table &V2& as the last
key field. You have to use &V4& as the domain for this field.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GG604 - The table definition contains errors for key field & ?

  The SAP error message GG604 indicates that there are issues with the table definition, specifically related to the key field of a database table. This error typically arises during the activation of a table in the Data Dictionary (SE11) or when trying to transport a table definition.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Incorrect Key Field Definition: The key field may not be defined correctly. This could include issues such as:
  
  The key field is not marked as a key field in the table definition.
  The data type or length of the key field is inconsistent with the expected definition.
  The key field is defined as a non-unique field when it should be unique.
  
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Foreign Key Relationships: If the key field is part of a foreign key relationship, any issues with the related table or field can cause this error.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data Elements: The data element associated with the key field may have inconsistencies or errors.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the