How To Fix KE062 - For field &-&, no active foreign key relationship exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 062

• Message text: For field &-&, no active foreign key relationship exists

What causes this issue?

For field &V1&-&V2&, only one foreign key relationship has been saved.

System Response

The saved version will be used.

How to fix this error?

Before generating the operating concern, you must activate the foreign
key relationship. After this you cannot carry out any changes.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE062 - For field &-&, no active foreign key relationship exists ?

  The SAP error message KE062 indicates that there is no active foreign key relationship for a specific field in the context of controlling (CO) module transactions. This error typically arises when you are trying to post or process data in a way that requires a valid foreign key relationship, but the system cannot find one.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Foreign Key Relationship: The most common cause of this error is that the foreign key relationship between the specified fields is not defined in the system. This can happen if the configuration for the controlling area or the relevant master data is incomplete or incorrect.
  
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: If the data being entered does not match any existing records in the related table, the system will not find a valid foreign key relationship.
  
  
  Inactive or Deleted Master Data: If the master data that should be linked via the foreign key has been deleted or is inactive, this error can occur.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the controlling area and ensure that the foreign key relationships are correctly defined. This can be done in the SPRO transaction under the controlling settings.
  Verify that the relevant master data (e.g., cost centers, internal orders) is correctly set up and active.
  
  
  
  Validate Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the fields involved in the error. Ensure that the entries exist and are active. You can use transactions like KS01 (Create Cost Center), KS02 (Change Cost Center), or KO01 (Create Internal Order) to verify this.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Review:
  
  Review the data you are trying to post. Ensure that it matches the expected values and that you are not entering any invalid or non-existent references.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  If you are unsure about the foreign key relationships, consult the SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for guidance on the specific configuration needed for your scenario.
  
  
  
  Debugging: 
  
  If the issue persists, consider using the debugging tools in SAP to trace the error and identify where the foreign key relationship is failing.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KS01, KS02, KO01, and others related to controlling and master data management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to error KE062, as there may be specific patches or updates that address known issues.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users' experiences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KE062 error and implement a solution to resolve it.