How To Fix CRM_ESOA_ERROR_MSG008 - Document references cannot be mapped; node is not a BDT table node

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_ESOA_ERROR_MSG - Error Messages for Customer Quote ESOA Project

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Document references cannot be mapped; node is not a BDT table node

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_ESOA_ERROR_MSG008 - Document references cannot be mapped; node is not a BDT table node ?

  The SAP error message CRM_ESOA_ERROR_MSG008 indicates that there is an issue with mapping document references in the context of Business Document Toolkit (BDT) in SAP CRM. Specifically, the error states that the node in question is not a BDT table node, which means that the system is unable to find a suitable mapping for the document references due to the structure of the data.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Node Type: The node you are trying to map is not defined as a BDT table node. This could happen if the configuration of the BDT is not set up correctly or if the node is not intended to hold document references.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the BDT or the data model that prevent the system from recognizing the node as a valid table node.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model or the BDT configuration, it may lead to inconsistencies that trigger this error.
  Missing or Incorrect Mapping: The mapping between the document references and the nodes may be missing or incorrectly defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Node Configuration: Verify that the node you are trying to map is indeed a BDT table node. You can do this by checking the BDT configuration in the SAP system.
  Review BDT Settings: Go to the BDT configuration and ensure that all nodes are correctly defined and that the document references are mapped to the appropriate nodes.
  Adjust Data Model: If there have been changes to the data model, ensure that all necessary adjustments have been made to the BDT configuration to reflect these changes.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to BDT and document references to ensure that you are following the correct procedures for mapping.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using debugging tools to trace the execution and identify where the mapping fails.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on similar issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BDT (Business Document Toolkit): A framework in SAP that allows for the creation and management of business documents and their associated data.
  Document References: These are links or pointers to documents that are associated with business objects in SAP.
  SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error message and any relevant configuration details.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.