How To Fix /SCTM/EXCEPT101 - Table &1: object &2 saved with the wrong key

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCTM/EXCEPT -

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Table &1: object &2 saved with the wrong key

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCTM/EXCEPT101 - Table &1: object &2 saved with the wrong key ?

  The SAP error message /SCTM/EXCEPT101 Table &1: object &2 saved with the wrong key typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) or SAP Transportation Management (TM). This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the key used to save an object in a specific table and the expected key for that object.
  Cause:
  
  Data Integrity Issues: The object might have been saved with an incorrect key due to data integrity issues, such as a programming error or a manual data entry mistake.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might not be handling the keys correctly.
  Transport Issues: If the object was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there might have been issues during the transport process that led to the object being saved incorrectly.
  Database Issues: Corruption or inconsistencies in the database could also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Object Key: Verify the key used for the object in the table specified in the error message. Ensure that it matches the expected key format and values.
  Review Custom Code: If there are custom developments, review the code to ensure that it is correctly handling the keys for the objects being saved.
  Data Consistency Check: Run data consistency checks or use transaction codes like SE11 to analyze the table structure and data.
  Recreate the Object: If possible, delete the incorrectly saved object and recreate it with the correct key.
  Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate what went wrong during the transport process.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on how to resolve it.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SE37 (Function Module) for debugging and analyzing the issue.
  SAP Notes: Regularly check the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to this error message, as SAP frequently updates their knowledge base with solutions to common issues.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific module (SCM or TM) to understand how object keys are managed and any best practices for data handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.