How To Fix MC701 - Invalid foreign key dependency for help views

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MC - Aggregate: views, matchcodes, lock objects

• Message number: 701

• Message text: Invalid foreign key dependency for help views

What causes this issue?

A foreign key relationship was selected which is not supported for
Helpviews.
The foreign key would result in a join condition which cannot be
implemented for Helpviews.

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?

Check whether for example tables are referenced in the foreign key
relationship which are not included in the view or whether the
cardinality is not equal to 1 or C.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MC701 - Invalid foreign key dependency for help views ?

  The SAP error message MC701, which states "Invalid foreign key dependency for help views," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Material Management (MM) or other modules that involve data views and database relationships. This error indicates that there is an issue with the foreign key relationships defined in the database tables that are being accessed or modified.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Foreign Key Relationships: The foreign key relationship that is expected by the system does not exist in the database. This can happen if the underlying tables have been modified or if there are inconsistencies in the data model.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be records in the database that do not comply with the foreign key constraints, meaning that there are references to non-existent records in the related tables.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the SAP system, such as missing or incorrect settings in the data dictionary or in the customizing settings.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport that led to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Foreign Key Relationships: Verify the foreign key relationships in the database tables involved. Ensure that all necessary foreign keys are defined correctly in the data dictionary (SE11).
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the relevant tables to identify any orphaned records or inconsistencies. You can use transaction codes like SE14 (Database Utility) to check and repair inconsistencies.
  
  
  Review Customizations: If there are custom views or tables involved, review the custom code and configurations to ensure that they are set up correctly and that they adhere to the expected foreign key relationships.
  
  
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings. You may need to re-transport the objects or manually adjust the configurations.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to ensure that you are following the correct procedures and configurations.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), SE80 (Object Navigator).
  SAP Notes: Search for specific SAP Notes related to MC701 in the SAP Support Portal.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or SAP Help Portal for additional insights and shared experiences from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or ABAP team for further investigation and resolution.