How To Fix MC715 - Foreign key &-& is partial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 715

• Message text: Foreign key &-& is partial

What causes this issue?

Two base tables of a view were linked with a partial foreign key.

System Response

Pure information.

How to fix this error?

Make sure that only the fully qualified parts of the foreign key are
used to form the join.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MC715 - Foreign key &-& is partial ?

  The SAP error message MC715 "Foreign key &-& is partial" typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) or Production Planning (PP) when there is an issue with the foreign key relationship in the database. This error indicates that the foreign key constraint is not fully satisfied, meaning that the system expects a complete set of keys to establish a relationship between two tables, but only a partial set is provided.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Data: The most common cause of this error is that the data being processed does not have all the required fields that are necessary to satisfy the foreign key constraint.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the foreign key relationships in the database tables.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the parent table that are referenced by the child table.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Completeness: Ensure that all required fields for the foreign key relationship are populated in the relevant tables. You may need to review the entries in both the parent and child tables to ensure that they match correctly.
  Review Foreign Key Configuration: Check the configuration of the foreign key relationships in the database. This can be done through transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to examine the table definitions and their relationships.
  Data Correction: If you find any missing or incorrect data, you will need to correct it. This may involve adding missing entries or correcting existing ones to ensure that all foreign key constraints are satisfied.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes such as SE14 (Database Utility) to check and repair database inconsistencies if necessary.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or ABAP team for more specific guidance related to your system configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), and SE80 (Object Navigator) can be useful for investigating the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Testing: After making corrections, perform tests to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the foreign key relationships are functioning as expected.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or a consultant who specializes in SAP database management for further assistance.