How To Fix /DSD/VC_MESSAGE104 - Customer &1 does not exist in /DSD/VC_VLP; no entry in ref. tab.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /DSD/VC_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Customer &1 does not exist in /DSD/VC_VLP; no entry in ref. tab.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /DSD/VC_MESSAGE104 - Customer &1 does not exist in /DSD/VC_VLP; no entry in ref. tab. ?

  The SAP error message /DSD/VC_MESSAGE104 Customer &1 does not exist in /DSD/VC_VLP; no entry in ref. tab typically occurs in the context of SAP's Direct Store Delivery (DSD) or related modules where customer data is being processed. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specific customer in the relevant table (/DSD/VC_VLP), which is likely used for storing customer-related information for DSD processes.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Customer Data: The customer specified in the error message (&1) does not exist in the /DSD/VC_VLP table. This could be due to:
  
  The customer has not been created in the system.
  The customer data has been deleted or archived.
  The customer is not set up for DSD processes.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Customer Number: The customer number being referenced might be incorrect or misspelled.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the DSD module that prevent the system from recognizing the customer.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Customer Existence:
  
  Check if the customer exists in the customer master data. You can do this by using transaction codes like XD03 (Display Customer) or VD03 (Display Customer - Sales Area).
  If the customer does not exist, create the customer using transaction XD01 (Create Customer) or VD01 (Create Customer - Sales Area).
  
  
  
  Check DSD Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the customer is properly configured for DSD processes. This may involve checking the customer’s settings in the DSD-specific tables or customizing settings.
  
  
  
  Review Reference Table:
  
  Check the /DSD/VC_VLP table directly (if you have access) to see if the customer is listed. If not, you may need to add the customer or troubleshoot why it is missing.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  Ensure that there are no inconsistencies in the data. Sometimes, data migration or updates can lead to missing entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the DSD module for any specific requirements or known issues regarding customer setup.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for customer management and DSD processes.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to /DSD/VC_MESSAGE104 for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and manage customer data in the DSD module.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.