How To Fix VERT_TOOLS210 - Object/Area field must contain a table field of the source table.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VERT_TOOLS - Verticalization: Tools

• Message number: 210

• Message text: Object/Area field must contain a table field of the source table.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VERT_TOOLS210 - Object/Area field must contain a table field of the source table. ?

  The SAP error message VERT_TOOLS210 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a data source or a transformation in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA. Specifically, it suggests that the "Object/Area" field must contain a table field from the source table, but it currently does not.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises in the following scenarios:
  
  
  Incorrect Mapping: The field specified in the "Object/Area" does not correspond to a valid field in the source table. This can happen if the field name is misspelled or if the field has been removed or renamed in the source system.
  
  
  Data Source Configuration: The data source may not be properly configured to include the necessary fields from the source table.
  
  
  Transformation Issues: If you are using a transformation to map fields from the source to the target, there may be an issue with how the fields are defined or mapped.
  
  
  Field Type Mismatch: The field type in the source table may not match the expected type in the target, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VERT_TOOLS210 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Field Names: Verify that the field specified in the "Object/Area" is correctly spelled and exists in the source table. You can do this by checking the data source definition in the SAP BW or HANA modeling environment.
  
  
  Review Data Source Configuration: Ensure that the data source is correctly configured to include all necessary fields. If you have made changes to the source table, you may need to refresh or reconfigure the data source.
  
  
  Examine Transformations: If you are using transformations, check the mapping between the source and target fields. Ensure that the fields are correctly mapped and that there are no missing or incorrect mappings.
  
  
  Field Type Validation: Ensure that the data types of the fields in the source and target match. If there is a mismatch, you may need to adjust the data types in the transformation or the target structure.
  
  
  Re-activate Objects: After making changes, you may need to re-activate the data source, transformation, and any related objects to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  Check for Updates: If you are using a specific version of SAP, check for any updates or patches that may address known issues related to this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or known issues related to the error message. You can search for the error code or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP BW or HANA documentation for detailed information on data source configuration, transformations, and field mapping.
  Community Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or discussion boards where other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the VERT_TOOLS210 error in your SAP environment.