How To Fix EDATEX209 - No references exist for the selected data exchange task

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDATEX - Messages for Data Exchange Processes

• Message number: 209

• Message text: No references exist for the selected data exchange task

What causes this issue?

You cannot display the references for a data exchange task because the
task has no references.

System Response

INCLUDE ISU_VERARB OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE ISU_KORR OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

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 EDATEX209 - No references exist for the selected data exchange task ?

  The SAP error message EDATEX209 indicates that there are no references available for the selected data exchange task. This typically occurs in the context of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) or data exchange processes within SAP systems.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The data exchange task may not be properly configured, leading to a lack of references.
  Incorrect Selection: The user may have selected a data exchange task that does not have any associated references or data.
  Data Not Available: The data that the task is supposed to reference may not exist in the system or may not have been created yet.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the references for the selected task.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Ensure that the data exchange task is correctly configured in the system. This includes checking the settings in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., transaction codes related to EDI configuration).
  
  
  
  Verify Data Availability:
  
  Confirm that the data that should be referenced by the task exists. This may involve checking the relevant master data or transactional data in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Task Selection:
  
  Make sure that the correct data exchange task is selected. If you are unsure, consult with your SAP administrator or refer to documentation to ensure you are working with the right task.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to access the references for the data exchange task. If not, contact your system administrator to request the appropriate permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific data exchange task you are working with. This may provide insights into common issues and their resolutions.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for EDI configuration, such as WE20 (Partner Profiles), WE21 (Port Definition), and WE30 (IDoc Types).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to EDATEX209 for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EDATEX209 error and implement a solution.