How To Fix VQ227 - Key fiedl & for info structure & has no value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VQ - SD Archiving and Product Allocation

• Message number: 227

• Message text: Key fiedl & for info structure & has no value

What causes this issue?

Internal error.
A feature field has no value specified. The values of the features are
filled during order processing.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VQ227 - Key fiedl & for info structure & has no value ?

  The SAP error message:
  VQ227: Key field & for info structure & has no value
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This error occurs when a key field required for an InfoStructure in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) is missing or has no value during data loading or processing. InfoStructures are used in SAP BW to store aggregated data for reporting purposes, and they rely on key fields to uniquely identify records.
  Specifically, the message indicates that a key field (the first & is replaced by the field name) for a particular InfoStructure (the second & is replaced by the InfoStructure name) does not have a value. This usually happens during data extraction, transformation, or loading when the data source does not provide a value for a mandatory key field.
  
  Common Causes:
  
  The source data contains null or empty values for a key field that is mandatory in the InfoStructure.
  Incorrect or incomplete data extraction or transformation logic.
  Missing or incorrect mapping in the transformation or DTP (Data Transfer Process).
  Data inconsistencies or missing master data.
  InfoStructure definition expects a key field that is not populated in the source.
  
  
  Solution / How to Fix:
  
  
  Check the Source Data:
  
  Verify that the source system or extraction logic provides values for all mandatory key fields.
  Identify records with missing key field values.
  
  
  
  Review InfoStructure Definition:
  
  Confirm which fields are defined as key fields in the InfoStructure.
  Ensure that these fields are correctly mapped and populated during data load.
  
  
  
  Check Transformation and DTP:
  
  Review the transformation rules to ensure that key fields are correctly mapped and not overwritten or cleared.
  Check for any filters or routines that might be removing or nullifying key field values.
  
  
  
  Data Cleansing:
  
  If source data contains missing values, cleanse or enrich the data before loading.
  Use routines or exit codes to handle missing values or assign default values if appropriate.
  
  
  
  Master Data Consistency:
  
  Ensure that master data related to the key fields exists and is consistent.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  Use the SAP BW process chain logs, DTP monitor, or transformation debugger to trace where the key field value is lost.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  InfoStructures are an older SAP BW object type; in newer BW versions, InfoProviders like ADSOs or InfoCubes are more common.
  This error is typical during delta loads or initial loads where data completeness is critical.
  SAP Note references (if available) can provide specific patches or corrections if this is a known issue.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  Cause: Mandatory key field in InfoStructure is missing a value during data load.
  Solution: Ensure source data provides all key field values; check mappings, transformations, and data consistency.
  Related: InfoStructure key fields, data extraction, transformation, DTP, master data.
  
  
  If you provide the exact key field name and InfoStructure name from the error message, I can help you with more targeted advice.