How To Fix Q6155 - A field name (position &3) is missing from the index &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: Q6 - Archive Information System

• Message number: 155

• Message text: A field name (position &3) is missing from the index &2

What causes this issue?

The index &V2& belonging to the information structure &1& is not
correctly defined. In field position &V3&, the field name is missing.

System Response

No index will be created in the database and the information structure
will not be activated.

How to fix this error?

Correct the index &V2&, then delete the table belonging to the info
structure &V1& (using transaction SARI) and reactivate the info
structure.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message Q6155 - A field name (position &3) is missing from the index &2 ?

  The SAP error message Q6155 indicates that there is a problem with the index of a database table related to quality management (QM) data. Specifically, it suggests that a field name is missing from the specified index, which can lead to issues when trying to access or manipulate data in that table.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Database Schema Changes: If there have been recent changes to the database schema, such as adding or removing fields from the table, the index may not have been updated accordingly.
  Transport Issues: If the changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the transport might not have included all necessary updates.
  Corrupted Index: The index itself may be corrupted or not properly defined, leading to inconsistencies.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications in the system, they might not align with the standard SAP configurations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Index Definition:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the definition of the index mentioned in the error message. Ensure that all required fields are included in the index.
  
  
  
  Rebuild the Index:
  
  If the index is corrupted, you may need to rebuild it. This can often be done using transaction codes like SE14 (Database Utility) or SE11, where you can choose to activate or rebuild the index.
  
  
  
  Transport Request Review:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, review the transport request to ensure that all necessary objects were included. You may need to re-transport the missing objects.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code:
  
  If there are custom developments, review the code to ensure that it is compatible with the current database schema and does not reference any missing fields.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Database Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the database to identify any other potential issues that may be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), SE80 (Object Navigator).
  SAP Notes: Always check for relevant SAP Notes that may provide specific guidance or patches related to this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Quality Management and database management for best practices on maintaining indexes and database integrity.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation.