How To Fix DMC_RT_GEN000 - No valid reference was transferred to the migration object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMC_RT_GEN - DMC: Nachrichten der Generierungfunktionen

• Message number: 000

• Message text: No valid reference was transferred to the migration object

What causes this issue?

When the generator is being called, the migration object must be loaded
and ready and the reference to the conversion object must be passed to
the generator.
No reference has been passed.

System Response

None.

How to fix this error?

Report the issue to SAP.

Procedure for System Administrators

None.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMC_RT_GEN000 - No valid reference was transferred to the migration object ?

  The SAP error message DMC_RT_GEN000 ("No valid reference was transferred to the migration object") typically occurs during data migration processes, particularly when using the SAP Data Migration Cockpit (DMC) or similar tools. This error indicates that the system could not find a valid reference for the migration object you are trying to process.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Reference Data: The reference data that is supposed to be linked to the migration object may be missing or incorrectly specified.
  Data Mapping Issues: There may be issues with how the data is mapped from the source system to the target system, leading to invalid references.
  Configuration Errors: The migration object may not be properly configured in the migration cockpit, leading to the inability to find valid references.
  Data Integrity Issues: The data being migrated may have integrity issues, such as foreign key constraints not being met.
  Version Compatibility: There may be compatibility issues between the source and target systems, especially if they are on different versions of SAP.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Reference Data: Ensure that all necessary reference data is available and correctly specified in the source system. This includes checking for any missing records that should be referenced.
  Review Data Mapping: Go through the data mapping configuration to ensure that all fields are correctly mapped and that the references are valid.
  Validate Configuration: Check the configuration of the migration object in the DMC to ensure it is set up correctly. This includes verifying that all required fields are included.
  Data Quality Checks: Perform data quality checks on the source data to identify and resolve any integrity issues that may be causing the error.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or guides related to the specific migration object you are working with for any additional configuration or requirements.
  Test with Sample Data: If possible, test the migration process with a smaller set of sample data to isolate the issue and identify what might be causing the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the DMC or the specific migration object you are using.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Logs and Traces: Review logs and traces generated during the migration process for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context for troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the DMC_RT_GEN000 error and implement a solution to resolve it.