How To Fix CRM_EXT_REF101 - External references data could not be found for unique ID &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_EXT_REF - Messages for Add. External References Set

• Message number: 101

• Message text: External references data could not be found for unique ID &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_EXT_REF101 - External references data could not be found for unique ID &1 ?

  The SAP error message CRM_EXT_REF101 indicates that the system could not find external reference data for a unique ID specified in the operation. This error typically occurs in the context of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) when the system is trying to access or process data that is expected to be linked to an external reference but cannot find it.
  Causes:
  
  Missing External Reference Data: The unique ID referenced in the operation does not exist in the external system or database.
  Incorrect Configuration: The integration settings between SAP CRM and the external system may not be configured correctly.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be a delay or failure in the data synchronization process between SAP CRM and the external system.
  Data Deletion: The external reference data might have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for the current operation.
  Incorrect Unique ID: The unique ID being referenced may be incorrect or malformed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Unique ID: Check the unique