How To Fix CRM_MKTLIST_ADMIN008 - External list not found in buffer

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_MKTLIST_ADMIN - CRM Marketing: Messages External List Management

• Message number: 008

• Message text: External list not found in buffer

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_MKTLIST_ADMIN008 - External list not found in buffer ?

  The SAP error message CRM_MKTLIST_ADMIN008: External list not found in buffer typically occurs in the context of SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) when the system is unable to find a specific external list that is expected to be in the buffer. This can happen for various reasons, including issues with data retrieval, list generation, or buffer management.
  Causes:
  
  List Not Generated: The external list may not have been generated or saved properly in the system.
  Buffer Issues: The buffer that stores the external list may have been cleared or not populated correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the external list.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the list from being retrieved.
  System Configuration: Incorrect configuration settings in the CRM system could lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Regenerate the List: Try regenerating the external list. Ensure that the process completes successfully and that the list is saved