How To Fix F2684 - No reference number has been specified

F2684 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F2 - Master Data Maintenance: Customer, Vendor

• Message number: 684

• Message text: No reference number has been specified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F2684 - No reference number has been specified ?

  The SAP error message F2684 ("No reference number has been specified") typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with payment processing or document postings. This error indicates that a required reference number, which is necessary for the transaction to be processed, has not been provided.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Reference Number: The most common cause is that the user has not entered a reference number in the relevant field when trying to post a transaction.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that require a reference number for certain types of transactions, and these settings may not be properly defined.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked the reference number field or entered it incorrectly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Reference Number: Ensure that you enter a valid reference number in the appropriate field before attempting to post the transaction again.
  Check Configuration: If you are an administrator or have access to configuration