How To Fix FICA_UMC_ODATA063 - Entered reference ID does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICA_UMC_ODATA - Message class for the Multichannel oData services(PS)

• Message number: 063

• Message text: Entered reference ID does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICA_UMC_ODATA063 - Entered reference ID does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FICA_UMC_ODATA063: Entered reference ID does not exist typically occurs in the context of the SAP Convergent Charging or SAP Convergent Invoicing modules, particularly when working with OData services. This error indicates that the reference ID you are trying to use in your request does not exist in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Reference ID: The reference ID you are using may be misspelled or incorrectly formatted.
  Non-existent Record: The reference ID may refer to a record that has been deleted or never existed in the database.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the record associated with the reference ID.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the data is being pulled from a different system or if there are delays in data synchronization, the reference ID may not be available at the time of the request.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Reference ID: Double-check the reference ID you are using to ensure it is correct. Look for any typos or formatting issues.
  Check Database: Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the relevant database tables to see if the reference ID exists.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user making the request has the necessary authorizations to access the data associated with the reference ID.
  Data Synchronization: If applicable, check if there are any ongoing data synchronization processes that might affect the availability of the reference ID.
  Consult Logs: Review application logs or OData service logs for more detailed error messages that might provide additional context.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with (e.g., SAP Convergent Charging or SAP Convergent Invoicing) for more details on how reference IDs are managed.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide patches or updates that could resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.