How To Fix FL685 - No buffered version of & exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FL - Function Builder messages

• Message number: 685

• Message text: No buffered version of & exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FL685 - No buffered version of & exists ?

  The SAP error message FL685: No buffered version of & exists typically occurs in the context of SAP's data buffering mechanism. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a buffered version of a specific object (like a table or a view) that is required for processing. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Buffering Configuration: The object in question may not be configured for buffering in the SAP system. If a table or view is not set to be buffered, the system will not have a buffered version available.
  Buffer Invalidated: The buffered version of the object may have been invalidated due to changes in the underlying data or structure, such as a table being modified or a transport request being imported.
  System Settings: The system settings or parameters may not be correctly configured to allow for buffering of the specific object.
  Client-Specific Data: If the object is client-specific and the data is not available in the current client, this error may occur.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Buffering Settings:
  
  Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) and check the buffering settings for the relevant table or view. Ensure that it is set to be buffered if it should be.
  If it is not buffered and should be, you can change the buffering settings and activate it.
  
  
  
  Refresh Buffer:
  
  You can refresh the buffer for the specific table by using transaction SM12 (Delete Lock Entries) or SM30 (Table Maintenance) to clear any locks or inconsistencies.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SM04 to check for active sessions and clear any that may be causing issues.
  
  
  
  Check for Changes:
  
  If the object has been modified recently, ensure that the changes have been properly activated and that the buffer has been updated. You may need to perform a table reorganization or activation.
  
  
  
  Client-Specific Issues:
  
  If the issue is related to client-specific data, ensure that you are in the correct client and that the data exists for that client.
  
  
  
  Consult Basis Team:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis team to investigate further, as they can check system logs and configurations that may not be accessible to functional users.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error. You can search for FL685 in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on buffering and performance optimization to understand how buffering works and best practices.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), and SM30 (Table Maintenance) for managing database objects.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the FL685 error in your SAP system.