How To Fix /NFM/CA406 - Base key & for NF key & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /NFM/CA -

• Message number: 406

• Message text: Base key & for NF key & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /NFM/CA406 - Base key & for NF key & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /NFM/CA406 Base key & for NF key & does not exist typically occurs in the context of the SAP Flexible Real Estate Management (RE-FX) module, particularly when dealing with the configuration of contract accounts or related financial objects. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specific base key for a given non-financial (NF) key, which is essential for processing certain transactions or data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The base key that is being referenced does not exist in the system. This could be due to incorrect configuration or missing entries in the relevant tables.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrectly entered keys in the database.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to missing entries.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify the configuration settings in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., OX15 for account determination). Ensure that the base key and NF key are correctly defined.
  Data Validation: Use transaction codes like SE11 or SE16 to check the relevant database tables (e.g., TFKBAS, TFKNF) for the existence of the base key and NF key. If they are missing, you may need to create or correct them.
  Transport Review: If the issue arose after a transport, review the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and correctly imported.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the relevant data. You can check this using transaction SU53 to see if there are any authorization issues.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance or known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number or keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE16: Data Browser
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.