How To Fix MDC_LOAD074 - Missing entry in "&1" (table &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDC_LOAD - Load Messages

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Missing entry in "&1" (table &2)

What causes this issue?

The spreadsheet you uploaded contains a reference to a root table entry
that does not exist.

System Response

You cannot continue with the upload.

How to fix this error?

Check your spreadsheet and locate the reference to the non-existent root
table entry. Add the corresponding entry to the root table entries. Make
sure that the source IDs used for each line of subordinate tables are
identical. If your spreadsheet contains only one sheet, which is the
case for OpenXML spreadsheets, or if it is a .CSV file, add at least one
non-key attribute of the root table together with the source ID.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDC_LOAD074 - Missing entry in "&1" (table &2) ?

  The SAP error message MDC_LOAD074 indicates that there is a missing entry in a specific table during a data load operation, typically related to the SAP Master Data Consolidation (MDC) process. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as during data migration, data replication, or data loading processes.
  Cause:
  The error message "MDC_LOAD074 Missing entry in '&1' (table &2)" generally means that the system is trying to access a record in a specified table (denoted by &2) that does not exist or is not found. The placeholder &1 usually represents the specific entry or key that is missing.
  Common causes for this error include:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The data being loaded may reference entries that do not exist in the target table.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the data load process may not be set up correctly, leading to missing references.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, some entries may not have been transferred correctly.
  Timing Issues: The data load process may be executed before the necessary data is available in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MDC_LOAD074 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Missing Entry: Identify the specific entry (key) that is reported as missing in the error message. This will help you understand what data is required.
  
  
  Verify Data in the Source Table: Check the source table (denoted by &2) to see if the entry exists. If it does not, you may need to load or create the missing data.
  
  
  Review Data Load Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for the data load process is correct. Check if all necessary mappings and settings are properly defined.
  
  
  Data Consistency Checks: Perform consistency checks on the data to ensure that all required entries are present and correctly linked.
  
  
  Re-run the Data Load: After addressing the missing entries and verifying the configuration, re-run the data load process to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module or process you are working with for additional guidance.
  
  
  Seek Support: If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the structure of the tables involved or SE16 (Data Browser) to view the data in the tables.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to the MDC_LOAD074 error.
  Logs and Traces: Review application logs (transaction SLG1) or other relevant logs to gather more context about the error and its occurrence.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the MDC_LOAD074 error effectively.