How To Fix M2013 - Reference & & does not exist

M2013 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M2 - LIS: Generating and updating info structures

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Reference & & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M2013 - Reference & & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message M2013 ("Reference & & does not exist") typically occurs in the context of materials management or inventory management when the system cannot find a specific reference, such as a material number, document number, or other identifiers that are expected to exist in the database.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Reference: The reference number you are trying to use may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Data Deletion: The reference may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for the current transaction.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the reference.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the material master or related data.
  System Errors: There could be temporary system issues or inconsistencies in the database.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify the Reference: Double-check the reference number you are entering to ensure it is correct.
  Check Data Existence: Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) or MB03 (Display Material Document) to verify