How To Fix CACSSESTD118 - Error while determining external subobject ID for subobject &1/&2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CACSSESTD - Settlement Scheduling - Transaction Data

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Error while determining external subobject ID for subobject &1/&2

What causes this issue?

No external subobject ID can be determined for subobject &SYST-MSGV1&/
&SYST-MSGV2& of remuneration line &SYST-MSGV3&.
This situation can arise if liable remuneration lines in a liability sce
nario are subject to actual commission.

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator for an analysis and solution of the pr
oblem.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CACSSESTD118 - Error while determining external subobject ID for subobject &1/&2 ?

  The SAP error message CACSSESTD118 indicates that there is an issue with determining the external subobject ID for a specific subobject in the context of SAP Customer Activity Repository (CAR) or SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems. This error typically arises when the system is unable to find or resolve the external ID for the specified subobject.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The external subobject ID may not be properly configured in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies or missing entries in the database related to the subobject.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required data.
  Incorrect Input: The parameters provided for the subobject may be incorrect or not exist in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify that the external subobject ID is correctly configured in the system. This may involve checking the relevant customizing settings in the SAP system.
  Data Validation: Ensure that the data related to the subobject is complete and consistent. You may need to run data consistency checks or reports to identify any missing or incorrect entries.
  Authorization Check: Confirm that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the subobject data. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to ensure proper roles and permissions are assigned.
  Review Input Parameters: Double-check the parameters being used to call the function or transaction that is generating the error. Ensure that the subobject identifiers are correct and exist in the system.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using the SAP debugger to trace the execution and identify where the error occurs. This may provide more insight into the underlying cause.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to subobject management, such as CACS or CRM transaction codes, to navigate and check configurations.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Customer Activity Repository or CRM for more details on subobject management and external ID handling.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.