/BOFU/FDT_EXP_BO_RET163 - Simple retrieve; key links not relevant

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOFU/FDT_EXP_BO_RET -

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Simple retrieve; key links not relevant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOFU/FDT_EXP_BO_RET163 - Simple retrieve; key links not relevant ?

  The SAP error message /BOFU/FDT_EXP_BO_RET163 with the description "Simple retrieve; key links not relevant" typically occurs in the context of using the SAP Business Objects (BO) or SAP Fiori applications when there is an issue with retrieving data due to key link relationships not being properly defined or relevant for the data retrieval operation.
  Cause:
  
  
  Key Link Issues: The error often arises when the key links defined in the data model do not match the data being queried. This can happen if:
  
  The key fields in the data source do not correspond to the key fields expected by the application.
  There are missing or incorrect relationships between the data entities in the data model.
  
  
  
  Data Model Configuration: If the data model is not configured correctly, it may lead to situations where the application cannot find the necessary links to retrieve the data.
  
  
  Data Source Changes: Changes in the underlying data source (like changes in table structure, field names, or data types) that are not reflected in the data model can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Key Links: Review the key links defined in the data model. Ensure that they are correctly set up and that the fields used as keys are present and correctly defined in the data source.
  
  
  Data Model Validation: Validate the data model configuration to ensure that all relationships and key fields are correctly defined. This may involve:
  
  Checking the data source configuration in the SAP system.
  Ensuring that the data model reflects the current structure of the underlying data.
  
  
  
  Update Data Source: If there have been changes to the underlying data source, update the data model to reflect these changes. This may involve:
  
  Refreshing the data source connection.
  Re-defining the key fields and relationships.
  
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the data retrieval operation again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support resources for specific guidance related to your version of SAP and the context in which the error occurs.
  
  
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  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed. Other users may have encountered the same error and can provide insights or solutions.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after troubleshooting, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.