How To Fix APB_LAUNCHPAD157 - Entry in DOKHL is missing &1 / &2 / &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APB_LAUNCHPAD - Launchpad

• Message number: 157

• Message text: Entry in DOKHL is missing &1 / &2 / &3 &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APB_LAUNCHPAD157 - Entry in DOKHL is missing &1 / &2 / &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message APB_LAUNCHPAD157 indicates that there is a missing entry in the DOKHL (Document Header) table for the specified parameters. This error typically occurs when trying to access a launchpad or a specific application that relies on document information that is not available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Entries: The most common cause is that the required entries for the specified document type or application are not present in the DOKHL table.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the launchpad settings or the application that is trying to access the document.
  Data Deletion: The data might have been deleted or not properly created during a previous transaction.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport, the necessary entries may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check DOKHL Table: Use transaction SE11 or SE16 to check the DOKHL table for the missing entries. You can look for the specific document type and ensure that the entries exist.
  Create Missing Entries: If the entries are missing, you may need to create them manually or ensure that the relevant transactions that create these entries are executed.
  Review Launchpad Configuration: Check the configuration of the launchpad and ensure that it is set up correctly to point to the right document types and applications.
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, validate that all necessary objects were included in the transport request and that they were imported correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific application or module you are working with for any additional troubleshooting steps.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), and SLG1 (Application Log) can be useful for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.