/BOBF/CONF405 - Data Type of Alternative Key &1 is not of type 'Data element'

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOBF/CONF -

• Message number: 405

• Message text: Data Type of Alternative Key &1 is not of type 'Data element'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOBF/CONF405 - Data Type of Alternative Key &1 is not of type 'Data element' ?

  The SAP error message /BOBF/CONF405 Data Type of Alternative Key &1 is not of type 'Data element' typically occurs in the context of Business Object Framework (BOF) configuration in SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue with the definition of an alternative key in a business object, specifically that the data type of the alternative key is not defined as a 'Data element'.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Type: The alternative key is defined using a data type that is not a data element. In SAP, data elements are used to define the structure of fields in a more standardized way, while other types (like structures or simple types) may not be compatible.
  Configuration Error: There may be a misconfiguration in the business object definition where the alternative key is set up incorrectly.
  Inconsistent Metadata: The metadata for the business object may not be consistent, leading to this error when trying to activate or use the business object.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Alternative Key Definition:
  
  Go to the Business Object Definition in the SAP system.
  Verify the alternative key definition and ensure that the data type used for the key is a valid data element.
  If it is not, change the data type to a valid data element.
  
  
  
  Modify Data Type:
  
  If you have access to the data dictionary (SE11), check the data type of the field used in the alternative key.
  If it is a custom type or structure, consider creating a new data element that wraps the required field.
  
  
  
  Reconfigure the Business Object:
  
  If necessary, remove the alternative key and re-add it with the correct data element type.
  Ensure that all fields in the alternative key are properly defined and compatible with the business object.
  
  
  
  Activate the Business Object:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to activate the business object again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the Business Object Framework for any specific guidelines or updates that may affect your configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like BOBF (Business Object Framework) to access the relevant configurations.
  Data Dictionary: Use transaction SE11 to check and modify data elements and types.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the business object activation process to identify where the error is being triggered.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your alternative key is correctly defined in the SAP system.