How To Fix /PF1/MSG_RE210 - External Item Reference is missing

/PF1/MSG_RE210 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_RE -

• Message number: 210

• Message text: External Item Reference is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_RE210 - External Item Reference is missing ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_RE210 External Item Reference is missing typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when dealing with external item references in processes such as procurement, sales, or inventory management. This error indicates that a required external item reference is not provided or is missing in the transaction you are trying to execute.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause is that the external item reference field is not filled in the relevant transaction or document.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that require an external item reference for certain processes, and these settings may not be properly defined.
  Data Transfer Issues: If data is being transferred from an external system (like an EDI or another ERP system), the external item reference may not be included in the data being sent.
  User Input Error: Users may inadvertently skip entering the required field or may not be aware