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Message type: E = Error
Message class: NRSCNV - Message class
Message number: 164
Message text: Could not update field &1 of table &2 with constant &3
The remodeling engine tried to write a constant value to InfoCube table
&V2&. This table does not exist however.
The SQL statement could not be executed.
If InfoCube table &V2& is the compressed fact table (E)<(>,<)> this
message is displayed as a warning only. Compressed fact table (E) might
not exist due to the data not having been compressed yet. If this is the
uncompressed fact table (F), try to find out why the SQL statement could
not be executed.
Make sure that all characteristics that have been added to the InfoCube
exist as their corresponding fields in the fact table (F/E).
Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.
NRSCNV164
- Could not update field &1 of table &2 with constant &3 ?The SAP error message NRSCNV164 indicates that there was an issue updating a specific field in a table with a constant value during a data conversion or migration process. This error typically arises in the context of data migration, where data is being transferred from one system to another or when changes are being made to the database structure.
Cause:
- Field Constraints: The field you are trying to update may have constraints that prevent it from being updated with the specified constant. This could include data type mismatches, length restrictions, or other validation rules.
- Authorization Issues: The user executing the update may not have the necessary permissions to modify the specified field in the table.
- Database Locking: The table or field may be locked by another process, preventing the update from being executed.
- Incorrect Data: The constant value being used may not be valid for the field, such as trying to insert a string into a numeric field.
- Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues with the database or the SAP system itself.
Solution:
- Check Field Constraints: Review the data dictionary (SE11) for the specified field and table to ensure that the constant value being used is valid and adheres to any constraints.
- Verify Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the update. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
- Check for Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check if there are any locks on the table or field that might be preventing the update. If there are locks, you may need to wait for them to be released or contact the user who holds the lock.
- Validate Data: Ensure that the constant value being used is appropriate for the field type. For example, if the field is numeric, ensure that the constant is a valid number.
- Review Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that might provide additional context about the failure.
- Consult Documentation: If this error occurs during a specific migration or conversion process, refer to the relevant SAP documentation or notes for guidance on how to resolve the issue.
Related Information:
If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage SAP support for further assistance.
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