How To Fix 3E299 - No valid entry in table & for key & & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3E - Vorgesehen für neue Länderentwicklungen HR

• Message number: 299

• Message text: No valid entry in table & for key & & &

What causes this issue?

An entry could not be found in this table with the specified key, or
the key being used to read the table was not complete.

System Response

No entry was retrieved from the table.

How to fix this error?

Ensure the table has been maintained and that an entry with the
specified key exists.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3E299 - No valid entry in table & for key & & & ?

  The SAP error message 3E299 ("No valid entry in table & for key & & &") typically indicates that the system is unable to find a valid entry in a specific table for the provided key values. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during data entry, report generation, or when executing certain transactions.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Data: The key values provided do not correspond to any existing entries in the specified table. This could be due to data not being maintained or deleted.
  Incorrect Key Values: The key values entered may be incorrect or formatted improperly.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the relevant module or application area, leading to missing or incorrect entries in the database.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, it is possible that the necessary data was not transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Key Values: Verify that the key values you are using are correct and correspond to the expected format.
  Data Maintenance: Check the relevant table to see if the required entries exist. You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to view the table and its entries.
  Maintain Missing Entries: If the entries are missing, you may need to create them manually or ensure that the data is correctly maintained in the system.
  Review Configuration: If the error is related to a specific module, review the configuration settings to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  Check Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary data was included and transported correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific table or transaction to understand any prerequisites or dependencies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), SE78 (SAP ArchiveLink), and others depending on the context.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.