How To Fix /CFG/DB151 - Primary record data not found for table &1 in activity &2 for entity &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CFG/DB -

• Message number: 151

• Message text: Primary record data not found for table &1 in activity &2 for entity &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CFG/DB151 - Primary record data not found for table &1 in activity &2 for entity &3 ?

  The SAP error message /CFG/DB151 Primary record data not found for table &1 in activity &2 for entity &3 typically indicates that the system is unable to find the primary record data for a specified table during a certain activity for a given entity. This error is often related to configuration issues in the SAP system, particularly in the context of the SAP Configuration Management or SAP Master Data Governance (MDG).
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data: The primary record for the specified table does not exist in the database. This could be due to data not being created or deleted inadvertently.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the entity or activity may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not being able to locate the required data.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process that resulted in missing data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data in the specified table.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Existence: Verify if the primary record for the specified table exists. You can do this by using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to check the contents of the table.
  Review Configuration: Go through the configuration settings related to the entity and activity to ensure they are set up correctly. This may involve checking customizing settings in SPRO or other relevant configuration transactions.
  Recreate Missing Data: If the primary record is missing, you may need to recreate it manually or through a data upload process, depending on the context.
  Check Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate why the data is missing.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11, SE16, SPRO, and SU01 for data dictionary, data browsing, configuration, and user management, respectively.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific module or functionality you are working with, as it may provide insights into common issues and their resolutions.
  
  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.