Message type: E = Error
Message class: MC - Aggregate: views, matchcodes, lock objects
Message number: 716
Message text: Foreign key &-& contains a constant
Two base tables of a view were linked with a foreign key which contains
a constant.
Pure information.
Make sure that the constant is displayed as a selection condition in
the check table.
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MC716
- Foreign key &-& contains a constant ?The SAP error message MC716, which states "Foreign key &-& contains a constant," typically occurs in the context of data entry or configuration in SAP, particularly when dealing with master data or transactional data that involves foreign key relationships. This error indicates that a foreign key field is being populated with a constant value that is not allowed according to the defined foreign key relationships in the system.
Cause: Incorrect Foreign Key Configuration: The foreign key relationship may be incorrectly defined in the system, leading to a situation where a constant value is being used instead of a valid reference. Data Entry Error: Users may be entering a constant value directly into a field that is supposed to reference another table or entity. Master Data Issues: The master data for the foreign key may not be set up correctly, or the required entries may be missing. Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements,
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