How To Fix /SMB/RUNTIME_CORE173 - Entry not found in BC-Set &1, but it is in runtime PME.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/RUNTIME_CORE -

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Entry not found in BC-Set &1, but it is in runtime PME.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/RUNTIME_CORE173 - Entry not found in BC-Set &1, but it is in runtime PME. ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/RUNTIME_CORE173 Entry not found in BC-Set &1, but it is in runtime PME typically indicates a discrepancy between the Business Configuration Set (BC-Set) and the runtime configuration in the system. This error often arises in the context of SAP Business ByDesign or similar SAP solutions where configuration settings are managed through BC-Sets.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The entry referenced in the error message is expected to be found in the specified BC-Set but is not present. This could be due to an incomplete or incorrect configuration.
  Transport Issues: If the BC-Set was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that caused some entries to be lost or not properly imported.
  Version Mismatch: The system may be running a version of the BC-Set that does not match the runtime environment, leading to inconsistencies.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications that reference the BC-Set, they may not align with the current configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check BC-Set Configuration: Verify that the BC-Set specified in the error message is correctly configured and contains the expected entries. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in SAP.
  Re-import BC-Set: If the BC-Set is missing entries, consider re-importing it from the source system or restoring it from a backup.
  Review Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate what went wrong during the transport process.
  Update Runtime Configuration: If the runtime configuration is out of sync with the BC-Set, you may need to update it to ensure consistency.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific BC-Set and error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with the error details and any relevant logs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BC-Set: A Business Configuration Set (BC-Set) is a collection of configuration settings that can be transported and applied to different systems.
  PME (Process Management Engine): The runtime environment that executes business processes and configurations in SAP systems.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.