/BOBF/CONF393 - Alternative Key Field &1 does not exist in Node Persistent Structure

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOBF/CONF -

• Message number: 393

• Message text: Alternative Key Field &1 does not exist in Node Persistent Structure

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOBF/CONF393 - Alternative Key Field &1 does not exist in Node Persistent Structure ?

  The SAP error message /BOBF/CONF393 Alternative Key Field &1 does not exist in Node Persistent Structure typically occurs in the context of the Business Object Processing Framework (BOPF) when there is an issue with the configuration of a business object. This error indicates that the alternative key field specified in the configuration does not exist in the persistent structure of the node.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Field in Persistent Structure: The alternative key field specified in the BOPF configuration is not defined in the persistent structure of the node. This could happen if the field was removed or not included during the design phase.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the business object may have been set up incorrectly, leading to a mismatch between the defined alternative key fields and the actual fields in the persistent structure.
  Transport Issues: If the business object was transported from one system to another, there might be inconsistencies in the definitions between the source and target systems.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Node Definition: Go to the BOPF configuration and check the node definition to ensure that the alternative key field is correctly defined in the persistent structure. You can do this using transaction code BOPF or BOPF_CONFIG.
  Add Missing Field: If the alternative key field is indeed missing, you may need to add it to the persistent structure of the node. This involves modifying the data model and regenerating the BOPF object.
  Review Alternative Key Configuration: Ensure that the alternative key configuration is correct and that all specified fields exist in the node's persistent structure.
  Transport Consistency: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs and ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly. You may need to re-transport the relevant objects or manually adjust the configuration in the target system.
  Regenerate BOPF Object: After making changes, regenerate the BOPF object to ensure that all configurations are updated and consistent.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BOPF Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation on BOPF for detailed information on how to configure business objects and their nodes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the BOPF framework to trace where the error is being triggered and gather more context about the problem.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your BOPF configuration is correct.