How To Fix PRF_CNTRL_MSG018 - Item of Header key &1 version: &2 of type: &3 number: &4 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PRF_CNTRL_MSG - Message Class for control messages of PRF

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Item of Header key &1 version: &2 of type: &3 number: &4 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PRF_CNTRL_MSG018 - Item of Header key &1 version: &2 of type: &3 number: &4 not found ?

  The SAP error message PRF_CNTRL_MSG018 indicates that a specific item related to a header key is not found in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Project System (PS) or related modules where versioning and item management are crucial.
  Cause:
  The error message can be triggered by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Data: The item specified by the header key, version, type, and number does not exist in the database. This could be due to data deletion or incorrect data entry.
  Incorrect Version: The version specified may not be valid or may not correspond to the existing items in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the specified item.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration problems in the system that prevent the retrieval of the item.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport, the item may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Verify Data: Check if the item with the specified header key, version, type, and number exists in the system. You can do this by querying the relevant tables or using transaction codes like SE16 or SE11.
  Check Version: Ensure that the version number you are using is correct and corresponds to an existing version in the system.
  Review Authorizations: Make sure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the item. You can check this in the user roles and profiles.
  Consult Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to the module you are working with to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  Check Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported successfully.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can debug the program to see where the error is being triggered and gather more context about the missing item.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE16 (Data Browser), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for data checks.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand the data structure and relationships better.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.