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

AD857 - Overview

• 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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

AD857 - Details

• 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