How To Fix /CFG/DB126 - &1 &2 &3 &4:Header definition records not found for config entity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CFG/DB -

• Message number: 126

• Message text: &1 &2 &3 &4:Header definition records not found for config entity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CFG/DB126 - &1 &2 &3 &4:Header definition records not found for config entity ?

  The SAP error message /CFG/DB126 &1 &2 &3 &4: Header definition records not found for config entity typically indicates that the system is unable to find the header definition records for a specific configuration entity. This can occur in the context of SAP Variant Configuration (VC) when the system is trying to access configuration data that is either missing or incorrectly set up.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Header Definition: The header definition for the configuration entity (like a material or a variant) is not maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the material or variant may not be properly defined or may have been deleted.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the transport may not have included all necessary objects.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the configuration data.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database that prevent the system from retrieving the header definition.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Header Definition: Verify that the header definition for the configuration entity exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP GUI.
  Recreate Missing Records: If the header definition is missing, you may need to recreate it. This can involve defining the configuration profile and ensuring that all necessary attributes and dependencies are set up correctly.
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and that there were no errors during the transport process.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the configuration data. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  Database Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the database to identify and resolve any inconsistencies. This may involve using transaction codes like SE14 (Database Utility) or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the relevant tables.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may be applicable.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CU01 - Create Configuration Profile
  CU02 - Change Configuration Profile
  CU03 - Display Configuration Profile
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message for any known issues or fixes.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.