How To Fix RSFBP105 - Specify a representative key field

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSFBP - Open ODS Layer Object

• Message number: 105

• Message text: Specify a representative key field

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSFBP105 - Specify a representative key field ?

  The SAP error message RSFBP105, which states "Specify a representative key field," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when you are trying to create or modify a query or report and the system requires a key field to be specified for a certain operation.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Key Field: The query or report you are trying to create or modify does not have a key field defined, which is necessary for the system to uniquely identify records.
  Incorrect Configuration: The InfoObject or data source you are working with may not have a representative key field set up correctly.
  Query Designer Issues: If you are using the Query Designer, it may not have the necessary key fields selected in the query definition.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSFBP105 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Key Fields:
  
  Open the query or report in the Query Designer.
  Ensure that you have selected a key field in the "Key Figures" or "Characteristics" section of your query.
  If no key field is selected, add a relevant key field that can serve as a unique identifier for the data.
  
  
  
  Review InfoObjects:
  
  Go to the InfoObjects in the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1).
  Check the properties of the InfoObject you are using to ensure that it has a representative key field defined.
  
  
  
  Modify Query Settings:
  
  If you are using a BEx Query, check the settings in the query properties.
  Ensure that the "Key Figures" and "Characteristics" sections are properly configured with the necessary fields.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific version of SAP BW/BI you are using for any additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  Test the Query:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the query again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for RSFBP105 in the SAP Support Portal.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation on SAP BW/BI query design to better understand how to configure key fields and other query settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSFBP105 error and successfully create or modify your query in SAP.