How To Fix KG317 - No data found in file INDX

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KG - CO-PA Planning

• Message number: 317

• Message text: No data found in file INDX

What causes this issue?

The program running in the background cannot find data in the INDX.
The data was probably deleted by mistake.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Schedule the program for background processing again.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KG317 - No data found in file INDX ?

  The SAP error message KG317 "No data found in file INDX" typically occurs in the context of the SAP CO (Controlling) module, particularly when dealing with the transfer of data from the CO module to the CO-PA (Profitability Analysis) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary data in the specified index file (INDX) for processing.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause is that the data expected in the index file is not present. This could be due to a failure in the data extraction or transfer process.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the settings related to CO-PA or the data transfer process.
  Data Transfer Issues: Problems during the data transfer from CO to CO-PA, such as incomplete or failed data loads.
  File Corruption: The index file itself may be corrupted or not properly generated.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations to access the data or files.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Availability: Verify that the data you expect to be in the index file is actually present. You can do this by checking the relevant tables or logs.
  Re-run Data Transfer: If the data is missing, you may need to re-run the data transfer process from CO to CO-PA. Ensure that all necessary data is correctly extracted and loaded.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for CO-PA and ensure that they are set up correctly. This includes verifying the settings for data extraction and transfer.
  Check for Errors in Logs: Look at the application logs or error logs to identify any issues that occurred during the data transfer process.
  File Integrity: If you suspect file corruption, you may need to regenerate the index file or restore it from a backup if available.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data and files involved in the process.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like KE30 (for CO-PA reports) or KEB0 (for CO-PA data transfer) to analyze the data and check for issues.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for CO and CO-PA to ensure that you are following the correct procedures for data transfer and reporting.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation or to reach out to SAP support for assistance.