How To Fix /SCDL/DL_DBAL_ERROR021 - Combination of key fields does not exist for structure &1

/SCDL/DL_DBAL_ERROR021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCDL/DL_DBAL_ERROR -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Combination of key fields does not exist for structure &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCDL/DL_DBAL_ERROR021 - Combination of key fields does not exist for structure &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCDL/DL_DBAL_ERROR021 with the description "Combination of key fields does not exist for structure &1" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Supply Chain Management (SCM) or Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) modules. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid combination of key fields for a specific data structure, which is necessary for processing a request or transaction.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data: The key fields required for the specific structure are not populated in the database. This could be due to missing master data or transactional data.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the data structure may not be set up correctly, leading to mismatches in expected key fields.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as records that have been deleted or not properly updated.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain data, leading to this error.
  
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