HPE NonStop SQL/MX Error – 1148 System-generated column column-name of base table table-name cannot appear in a referential integrity constraint definition.

In this blog post, let’s learn about the error message “1148 System-generated column column-name of base table table-name cannot appear in a referential integrity constraint definition.” when working with HPE NonStop SQL/MX, the reason for the error and the solution to fix this error message.

Error Message

1148 System-generated column column-name of base table table-name cannot appear in a referential integrity constraint definition.

Reason for the Error

You tried to create a referential constraint on a table column that is the SYSKEY, which is not supported.

Solution

Do not use the SYSKEY as part of the referenced key