How To Fix CE012 - Missing entry

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CE - CAPP messages

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Missing entry

What causes this issue?

You are trying to leave the screen. However you have not entered a
formula yet.

How to fix this error?

You should enter a formula.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CE012 - Missing entry ?

  The SAP error message CE012 "Missing entry" typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) and financial accounting (FI) modules, particularly when there is an attempt to post a transaction that requires a specific entry in a master data table, such as cost centers, internal orders, or profit centers, but that entry is not found.
  Causes of CE012 Missing Entry
  
  Missing Master Data: The most common cause is that the required master data (e.g., cost center, internal order, profit center) has not been created or is inactive.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the controlling area or related settings that prevent the system from recognizing the necessary entries.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect assignments in the master data.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required master data.
  
  Solutions to CE012 Missing Entry
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify that the required master data (cost center, internal order, profit center) exists in the system.
  Use transaction codes like KS01 (Create Cost Center), KO01 (Create Internal Order), or KE51 (Create Profit Center) to create the missing entries.
  
  
  
  Activate Inactive Entries:
  
  If the required entry exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it. Check the status of the master data and make it active if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the controlling area to ensure that they are set up correctly. This can be done using transaction codes like OKKP (Controlling Area) or OKB9 (Define Order Types).
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks to identify any discrepancies in the master data. This can help in identifying any missing links or incorrect assignments.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the required master data. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific details related to the error message and its context.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing master data in CO and FI.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the CE012 error.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the CE012 "Missing entry" error in SAP.