How To Fix TH017 - No NCVERS entries with key &1 found (RC = &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TH - Messages for Upgrade Repository Switch

• Message number: 017

• Message text: No NCVERS entries with key &1 found (RC = &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TH017 - No NCVERS entries with key &1 found (RC = &2) ?

  The SAP error message TH017 "No NCVERS entries with key &1 found (RC = &2)" typically indicates that the system is unable to find version information for a specific object or component in the SAP system. This error is often related to the transport management system (TMS) and can occur during various operations, such as when trying to transport changes or when accessing certain objects.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Version Information: The error suggests that there are no entries in the NCVERS table for the specified key. This could happen if the object has not been properly transported or if the version information has been deleted or corrupted.
  Transport Directory Issues: If the transport directory is not correctly set up or if there are inconsistencies in the transport landscape, this error may occur.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the version information, leading to this error.
  System Configuration Issues: Misconfigurations in the SAP system or transport routes can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Transport Directory: Ensure that the transport directory is correctly configured and that all necessary transport files are present.
  Verify Object Versions: Check if the object in question has been properly transported and if its version information exists in the NCVERS table. You can do this by using transaction SE03 (Transport Organizer) to analyze the transport logs.
  Recreate Missing Entries: If the version information is missing, you may need to recreate the entries manually or re-transport the object to ensure that the version information is correctly populated.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the version information.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve the issue.
  System Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the transport system to identify and resolve any inconsistencies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE03: Transport Organizer
  SE09/SE10: Transport Requests
  SE11: Data Dictionary (to check the NCVERS table)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for specific SAP Notes related to TH017 or transport issues in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on transport management and version control for further insights into managing transport issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or consult SAP support for further assistance.