How To Fix AD857 - &-& (specify reference table AND reference field)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 857

• Message text: &-& (specify reference table AND reference field)

What causes this issue?

You must specify reference tables and reference fields for fields
containing currency amounts or quantity data. You have specified either
only the reference field or the reference table and have not maintained
either entry.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Add the missing entry. You can do this with the single field
maintenance function of the table.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD857 - &-& (specify reference table AND reference field) ?

  The SAP error message AD857 typically indicates an issue related to the assignment of a reference table and reference field in the context of data processing or configuration. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as during data entry, report generation, or when executing certain transactions.
  Cause:
  The error message AD857 usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The reference table or field may not be properly configured in the system.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing entries in the reference table or field that the system is trying to access.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the specified reference table or field.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements, they may not be correctly referencing the required table or field.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AD857 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for the reference table and field in the relevant transaction or module.
  Ensure that the reference table and field are correctly defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Check the data in the reference table to ensure that it is complete and consistent.
  Look for any missing entries or incorrect data types that may be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the reference table and field.
  You can check this in the user roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the error occurs in a custom program, consider debugging the program to identify where the reference table and field are being accessed.
  Look for any hard-coded values or incorrect logic that may be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module or transaction where the error occurs for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Reference Table: This is the database table that contains the data being referenced. The specific table will depend on the context in which the error occurs.
  Reference Field: This is the specific field within the reference table that is being accessed. Again, the exact field will depend on the context of the error.
  
  To get more specific information about the reference table and field related to your instance of the error, you may need to look at the transaction logs or consult with your SAP Basis or technical team.
  If you have more context about where the error is occurring (e.g., specific transaction codes or modules), I can provide more tailored guidance.