How To Fix MDC_IMPORT013 - Check of action state failed; reference object does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDC_IMPORT - File Import Messages

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Check of action state failed; reference object does not exist.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDC_IMPORT013 - Check of action state failed; reference object does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message MDC_IMPORT013 indicates that there is an issue with the action state during a data import process, specifically that a reference object does not exist. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Multi-Dimensional Data (MDC) import processes, which are often related to data modeling or data import tasks in SAP HANA or SAP BW.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Reference Object: The most common cause is that the system is trying to reference an object (like a table, view, or model) that does not exist in the database or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the data model or import settings that leads to the system looking for an object that is not correctly defined.
  Transport Issues: If the data model or related objects were transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport that caused some objects to be missing.
  Version Mismatch: If there are version discrepancies between the source and target systems, it may lead to references to objects that are not available in the target system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Object Existence: Verify that the referenced object exists in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant database tables, views, or models in the SAP HANA Studio or SAP BW.
  Review Import Configuration: Go through the import configuration settings to ensure that all references are correctly defined and that there are no typos or misconfigurations.
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and successfully transported.
  Recreate Missing Objects: If the object is indeed missing, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if available.
  Check for Dependencies: Ensure that all dependent objects are also present and correctly configured. Sometimes, the absence of a related object can cause this error.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of the software you are using, as there may be known issues or patches available.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  System Logs: Review system logs for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the failure.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.