/IPRO/DBMC106 - Invalid value for variable & (no table entry)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IPRO/DBMC -

• Message number: 106

• Message text: Invalid value for variable & (no table entry)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IPRO/DBMC106 - Invalid value for variable & (no table entry) ?

  The SAP error message /IPRO/DBMC106 Invalid value for variable & (no table entry) typically indicates that a variable used in a database management context does not have a valid entry in the corresponding table. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP's Integrated Planning (IP) or when working with database management tools.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Table Entry: The variable referenced in the error message does not have a corresponding entry in the relevant table. This could be due to:
  
  The variable not being defined in the system.
  The variable being deleted or not activated.
  A mismatch between the variable name and the expected entry in the table.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the planning area or the data source may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the variable.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the variable was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that resulted in missing entries.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variable Definition: 
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., RSA1 for Data Warehousing or the appropriate planning transaction) and verify that the variable is defined correctly.
  Ensure that the variable is active and has the correct attributes.
  
  
  
  Review Table Entries: 
  
  Check the relevant tables (e.g., RSPC, RSPT, etc.) to see if the variable exists. You can use transaction SE11 to view the table structure and entries.
  If the variable is missing, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review: 
  
  Review the configuration settings for the planning area or data source to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Make sure that all necessary settings are in place for the variable to be recognized.
  
  
  
  Transport Check: 
  
  If the variable was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate issues during the transport process.
  If necessary, re-transport the variable or manually create it in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSPC (Process Chain Maintenance), and SE11 (Data Dictionary) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.