How To Fix MDC_IMPORT012 - Creation of worklist and import failed; reference object does not exist.

MDC_IMPORT012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDC_IMPORT - File Import Messages

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Creation of worklist and import failed; reference object does not exist.

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MDC_IMPORT012 - Details

• The SAP error message MDC_IMPORT012, which states "Creation of worklist and import failed; reference object does not exist," typically occurs during the process of importing data into the SAP system, particularly in the context of Master Data Consolidation (MDC) or similar data management tasks. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a reference object that is necessary for the import process to proceed.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Reference Object: The most common cause is that the reference object (such as a master data record, configuration, or other related object) that the import process is trying to access does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Data Mapping: The data being imported may have incorrect mappings or references that do not correspond to existing objects in the target system.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the integrity of the data being imported, such as missing keys or identifiers that are required for the