How To Fix RAP_DSP_TABLE_MSG013 - Reference field & not found, it must be available in the draft table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RAP_DSP_TABLE_MSG - RAP Draft Service Provider Table Messages

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Reference field & not found, it must be available in the draft table

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RAP_DSP_TABLE_MSG013 - Reference field & not found, it must be available in the draft table ?

  The SAP error message RAP_DSP_TABLE_MSG013 indicates that a reference field specified in your RAP (Rapid Application Programming) model is not found in the draft table. This typically occurs when you are working with draft-enabled entities in the context of the SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP) or SAP S/4HANA.
  Cause
  The error arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Field in Draft Table: The reference field that you are trying to access is not defined in the draft table of the entity. In RAP, draft tables are used to store temporary data during the editing process.
  Incorrect Configuration: The field may not be properly configured in the data model or the annotations might be missing.
  Inconsistent Data Model: There may be inconsistencies between the main table and the draft table definitions.
  
  Solution
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Draft Table Definition:
  
  Ensure that the reference field is included in the draft table definition. You can do this by checking the data model in your ABAP development environment (e.g., using the ABAP Development Tools in Eclipse).
  If the field is missing, you need to add it to the draft table.
  
  
  
  Update Annotations:
  
  Verify that the annotations for the reference field are correctly defined in the CDS (Core Data Services) view. Ensure that the field is marked as part of the draft entity.
  
  
  
  Regenerate the Draft Table:
  
  If you have made changes to the data model, regenerate the draft table to ensure that all changes are reflected correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for Consistency:
  
  Ensure that the main table and draft table are consistent in terms of structure and fields. Any discrepancies can lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the application to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  RAP Model: The RAP model is designed to simplify the development of business applications in SAP. It uses draft handling to allow users to work on data without immediately committing changes.
  Draft Handling: Draft handling is a key feature in RAP that allows users to create and edit data in a temporary state before saving it permanently.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for RAP and draft handling for more detailed information on how to configure and troubleshoot issues related to draft tables.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.