How To Fix SYCM_QUICKFIXES002 - Replace ORDER BY PRIMARY KEY with the explicit field sequence

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SYCM_QUICKFIXES - Messages for quick fixes in S/4HANA CCM scenario

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Replace ORDER BY PRIMARY KEY with the explicit field sequence

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SYCM_QUICKFIXES002 - Replace ORDER BY PRIMARY KEY with the explicit field sequence ?

  The SAP error message SYCM_QUICKFIXES002 indicates that there is an issue with the SQL query being executed, specifically related to the use of the ORDER BY clause. The message suggests that the query is using a PRIMARY KEY for ordering, which is not recommended in certain contexts, and it advises replacing it with an explicit field sequence.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when:
  
  An SQL query is attempting to order results by the primary key of a table, which can lead to performance issues or unexpected behavior.
  The database optimizer may not be able to efficiently process the query when it relies on the primary key for ordering.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should modify the SQL query to explicitly specify the fields you want to order by, rather than relying on the primary key. Here’s how you can do that:
  
  
  Identify the Query: Locate the SQL query that is causing the error.
  
  
  Modify the ORDER BY Clause: Instead of using ORDER BY <primary_key>, replace it with an explicit list of fields that you want to order by. For example:
  SELECT * FROM your_table
  ORDER BY field1, field2;
  Replace field1, field2, etc., with the actual field names you want to use for ordering.
  
  
  Test the Query: After making the changes, execute the query to ensure that it runs without errors and returns the expected results.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Performance Considerations: Ordering by specific fields rather than the primary key can improve query performance and ensure that the results are returned in a predictable order.
  Database Documentation: Refer to the documentation for your specific database (e.g., SAP HANA, Oracle, etc.) for best practices regarding SQL queries and ordering.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes and Knowledge Base Articles for any updates or additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SYCM_QUICKFIXES002 error and improve the performance and reliability of your SQL queries in SAP.