How To Fix OB408 - No data found in table &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OB - IS-OIL Downstream TDP messages

• Message number: 408

• Message text: No data found in table &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OB408 - No data found in table & ?

  The SAP error message OB408 "No data found in table &" typically indicates that the system is unable to find any entries in a specific table that is required for the operation you are trying to perform. This error can occur in various contexts, often related to configuration or data retrieval processes.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The table in question may not have been populated with the necessary configuration data. This is common in financial or controlling modules where certain settings must be defined.
  Data Deletion: Data may have been deleted or not yet created in the system, leading to an empty table.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the transaction may not match any existing records in the table.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that resulted in missing data.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the data in the table.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify that the necessary configuration data has been entered in the relevant transaction codes. For example, if this error occurs in the context of financial settings, check the relevant financial configuration transactions.
  Data Entry: If the table is supposed to have data, ensure that the required entries are created. This may involve entering master data or configuration settings.
  Review Selection Criteria: Double-check the parameters or selection criteria you are using to ensure they are correct and should return data.
  Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate why data is missing.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data in the table. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context of the error, you may need to use specific transaction codes to check or enter data (e.g., OBY6 for company code settings, OBA7 for document types).
  Table Name: The error message will usually specify the table name (indicated by the "&" symbol). You can look up this table in the SAP Data Dictionary (SE11) to understand its purpose and the data it should contain.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.