How To Fix M2294 - The reference field &-& cannot be used

M2294 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 294

• Message text: The reference field &-& cannot be used

What causes this issue?

The field &V1&-&V2& refers to a unit in the ABAP/4 Dictionary that is
not supported by the Logistics Information Warehouse.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

As a reference field, use a field that refers to a unit in the ABAP/4
dictionary and that is used in one of the communicaations structures.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M2294 - The reference field &-& cannot be used ?

  The SAP error message M2294, which states "The reference field &-& cannot be used," typically occurs in the context of material management or inventory management processes. This error indicates that there is an issue with the reference field specified in a transaction or configuration, which is not valid or cannot be used in the current context.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Reference Field: The reference field specified in the transaction may not be valid for the material or document type being processed.
  Field Configuration: The field may not be configured correctly in the system settings or may not be allowed for the specific transaction.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the material or document that is causing the reference field to be unusable.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified reference field.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the reference field in the