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Message type: E = Error
Message class: SV - View Maintenance: Customize Messages
Message number: 176
Message text: GUID in table key (field name &1) is not supported
The specified key field in the table or view, for which a maintenance
screen is to be generated, is a GUID (Global Unique Identifier). This
is not supported.
No maintenance dialog is generated.
Change the table/view definition.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.
SV176
- GUID in table key (field name &1) is not supported ?The SAP error message SV176 indicates that there is an issue with a GUID (Globally Unique Identifier) in a specific table key. This error typically arises when the system encounters a GUID that is not supported or recognized in the context of the operation being performed.
Cause:
- Unsupported Data Type: The field in question may not support GUIDs, or the data type may not be correctly defined in the database schema.
- Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the table or the data model may not be set up to handle GUIDs properly.
- Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the data that is causing the GUID to be unrecognized.
- Version Compatibility: The version of SAP you are using may not support certain GUID operations or features.
Solution:
- Check Data Type: Verify that the field in question is defined to support GUIDs. This may involve checking the data dictionary (SE11) to ensure the field is of the correct type.
- Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration settings for the relevant module or application are correctly set up to handle GUIDs.
- Data Validation: Check the data being processed for any inconsistencies or corruption. You may need to clean or correct the data.
- Update SAP Version: If you are using an older version of SAP, consider upgrading to a version that supports the required GUID operations.
- Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional context and potential fixes.
- Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it appears to be a bug or a deeper system issue.
Related Information:
By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the SV176 error related to GUIDs in SAP.
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