How To Fix R8654 - Field &1: key field (not dependent on extract structure)

R8654 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R8 - Messages from the meta data generation

• Message number: 654

• Message text: Field &1: key field (not dependent on extract structure)

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R8654 - Details

• The SAP error message R8654 typically indicates an issue related to the extraction of data from a data source, particularly in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP Data Warehousing. The message suggests that there is a problem with a key field that is not dependent on the extract structure, which can lead to issues during data extraction or transformation processes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Key Field Configuration: The key field in question may not be properly configured in the data source or the InfoObject. This can happen if the key field is not defined correctly in the underlying table or if it is not included in the extract structure.
  Data Source Issues: The data source may not be set up correctly, or there may be inconsistencies between the data source and the InfoProvider.
  Missing Dependencies: The key field may be expected to have certain dependencies that are not met, leading to the error.
  Data Model