How To Fix 5A687 - No entries exist for &1 in table &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5A - Basis Personnel Management

• Message number: 687

• Message text: No entries exist for &1 in table &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5A687 - No entries exist for &1 in table &2 ?

  The SAP error message 5A687 ("No entries exist for &1 in table &2") typically indicates that the system is trying to access a specific entry in a database table, but it cannot find any corresponding records. The placeholders &1 and &2 will be replaced with the specific key and table name that are relevant to the error.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause is that the data you are trying to access has not been created or has been deleted. This could be due to a configuration issue, data migration problems, or simply because the data was never entered.
  Incorrect Key: The key being used to access the table may be incorrect or not exist in the context of the operation being performed.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the data in the specified table.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements, they may not be handling certain cases correctly, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Existence: Verify if the entry you are trying to access actually exists in the specified table. You can do this by using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to look up the table and see if the entry is present.
  Review Input Parameters: Ensure that the parameters or keys you are using to access the table are correct. Double-check for typos or incorrect values.
  Data Entry: If the entry is indeed missing, you may need to create it manually or ensure that the relevant data entry processes are followed.
  Authorization Check: Make sure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data in the specified table. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Consult Documentation: If this error is occurring in a specific transaction or program, consult the relevant documentation or SAP Notes for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  Debugging: If you suspect that a custom program is causing the issue, you may need to debug the program to identify where the error is occurring and why the expected data is not being found.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), SU53 (Authorization Check), ST22 (Dump Analysis).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be useful for finding similar issues faced by other users and the solutions they found.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.