How To Fix SCPR162 - Key field attribute set to 'Get Value at Activation'

SCPR162 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCPR - BC Sets

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Key field attribute set to 'Get Value at Activation'

What causes this issue?

You have selected a key field which is <ZH>not</> to be put in the BC
Set.

System Response

All key fields of a table are required, to assign data records uniquely
in a BC Set. All key fields which are <ZH>not</> to be put in a BC Set
are given the attribute ''<ZK>Variable</> (Get Value at Activation)'

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCPR162 - Key field attribute set to 'Get Value at Activation' ?

  The SAP error message SCPR162, which states "Key field attribute set to 'Get Value at Activation'," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Business Workflow or when working with Business Object Repository (BOR) and related development environments. This error indicates that a key field in a data model or object is configured to retrieve its value at activation time, which can lead to issues if not handled correctly.
  
  Cause:
  
  Key Field Configuration: The key field in question is set to retrieve its value dynamically at the time of activation rather than being statically defined. This can lead to inconsistencies or errors if the value is not available or if the activation process does not handle it correctly.
  Data Model Issues: There may be issues with the data model or the way the key fields are defined, leading to conflicts or misconfigurations.
  Development Environment: The error may arise during the development phase when changes are