How To Fix ECON023 - Entry & & & does not exist. Check your entries

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ECON - Concession

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Entry & & & does not exist. Check your entries

What causes this issue?

The entry values must be defined in table &V4&. The value or values '
&V1&&V2&&V3&' are not defined in this table.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check if your entry is correct, and change it if necessary.

Procedure for System Administrators

If the entry is correct, check the system settings and change them if
necessary.
If there is a link to Customizing, choose <PF>Maintain Entries (F5)
</> to maintain the system settings.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ECON023 - Entry & & & does not exist. Check your entries ?

  The SAP error message ECON023 ("Entry & & & does not exist. Check your entries") typically occurs when a user tries to access or manipulate a record in the system that does not exist. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with master data, transaction data, or configuration settings.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Input: The most common cause is that the user has entered an incorrect key or identifier (like a material number, customer ID, etc.) that does not exist in the database.
  Data Deletion: The record may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for the current operation.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the record, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  Configuration Issues: In some cases, the system configuration may not be set up correctly, leading to missing entries in certain tables.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was recently migrated or imported into the system, there may have been errors during the process that resulted in missing records.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Input Values: Verify that the values entered are correct. Double-check for typos or incorrect formats.
  Search for the Record: Use search functions or transaction codes to look for the record in question. Ensure that you are searching in the correct context (e.g., correct company code, plant, etc.).
  Review Deletion/Archiving: Check if the record has been deleted or archived. If it has been archived, you may need to restore it or access it through the archive.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the record. If not, contact your system administrator to request the required permissions.
  Consult with IT Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your IT support team or SAP Basis team to investigate potential configuration or data integrity issues.
  Check Data Migration Logs: If the error occurred after a data migration, review the migration logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate why the record is missing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may use transaction codes like SE16 (Data Browser) to check the relevant tables for the existence of the record.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the ECON023 error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific module or area where the error occurred for additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the ECON023 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.