How To Fix STC_CONT_CFG_ENTITY016 - No data in &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STC_CONT_CFG_ENTITY - Technical Configuration Entity Messages

• Message number: 016

• Message text: No data in &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STC_CONT_CFG_ENTITY016 - No data in &1 ?

  The SAP error message STC_CONT_CFG_ENTITY016: No data in &1 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Solution Manager or during the execution of background jobs related to the configuration of certain entities. This error indicates that the system expected to find data in a specific table or configuration entity, but it was empty.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration Data: The most common cause is that the expected configuration data has not been maintained or is missing in the relevant tables.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to fetch the data might be too restrictive, leading to no results being returned.
  Data Deletion: Data might have been deleted or not yet created in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, there might have been issues during the transport process that led to missing data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify that the necessary configuration data exists in the relevant tables. You can do this by checking the specific transaction codes or tables related to the entity mentioned in the error message.
  Review Selection Criteria: If applicable, review the selection criteria used in the job or report to ensure they are correct and not overly restrictive.
  Data Maintenance: If data is missing, you may need to create or maintain the necessary configuration data. This could involve using transaction codes specific to the configuration entity.
  Transport Logs: If the issue is related to a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate why the data is missing.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific configuration entity to ensure all required steps have been followed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to check or maintain the configuration data (e.g., SPRO for configuration settings).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Logs: Check system logs (SM21) or job logs (SM37) for additional context or related errors that might help diagnose the issue further.
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for more in-depth troubleshooting.