Error
Error Code:
714
SAP S/4HANA Error 714: Cannot Drop Last Key Column
Description
Error 714, 'ERR_SQL_DROP_COLUMN_KEYCOPY', occurs when an attempt is made to drop a database column that is identified as the last remaining key column crucial for administrative functions or system integrity within SAP S/4HANA. This typically happens during database schema modifications or maintenance operations, preventing potential data corruption or system instability.
Error Message
ERR_SQL_DROP_COLUMN_KEYCOPY: Cannot drop the last key admin keycopy
Known Causes
3 known causesAttempted Mandatory Column Drop
The system detected an attempt to remove a column designated as a critical key for administrative functions or internal data integrity.
Flawed Schema Modification Script
A database script or manual command tried to alter a table by dropping a column that is the sole remaining key for its administrative purposes.
Unauthorized Column Deletion
A user or process attempted to delete a column that is protected by the system as a primary or essential key, preventing potential data corruption.
Solutions
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