How To Fix 12404 - No entry found in DDIC table &1 (key = &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 12 - Herstelldatum/Mindesthaltbarkeitsdatum/Chargen

• Message number: 404

• Message text: No entry found in DDIC table &1 (key = &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 12404 - No entry found in DDIC table &1 (key = &2) ?

  The SAP error message "12404 No entry found in DDIC table &1 (key = &2)" indicates that the system is unable to find a specific entry in a Data Dictionary (DDIC) table. This error typically occurs when a program or transaction is trying to access a table entry that does not exist for the specified key.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause is that the data you are trying to access has not been created or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Key: The key being used to access the table may be incorrect or malformed.
  Transport Issues: If the table was recently transported from another system, the transport may not have included the necessary data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues or inconsistencies in the system that prevent the data from being accessed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the data in the specified table.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Key: Verify that the key you are using to access the table is correct. Ensure that it matches the expected format and values.
  Data Verification: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to check if the entry exists in the specified table. If it does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup.
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary data was included and successfully imported.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the table and its data.
  Debugging: If you are a developer or have access to debugging tools, you can debug the program to see where the error is occurring and what values are being passed to the table access.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the specific table and its expected data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), SE37 (Function Module), ST22 (Dump Analysis).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific table or error message.
  Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP's support portal for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.