How To Fix PPE_MESSAGE024 - No data exist for the external reference &1. Item key &2

PPE_MESSAGE024 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPE_MESSAGE - Messages for PPE

• Message number: 024

• Message text: No data exist for the external reference &1. Item key &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPE_MESSAGE024 - No data exist for the external reference &1. Item key &2 ?

  The SAP error message PPE_MESSAGE024 indicates that there is no data available for the specified external reference and item key in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Production Planning and Execution (PPE) module, particularly when dealing with external references such as purchase orders, production orders, or other related documents.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Missing Data: The external reference (e.g., a purchase order number) or item key (e.g., material number) does not exist in the system. This could be due to data not being created or being deleted.
  
  
  Incorrect Input: The user may have entered an incorrect external reference or item key, leading to a mismatch.
  
  
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the system is integrated with other systems (e.g., third-party applications), there may be synchronization issues causing the data to be unavailable.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view the data associated