How To Fix RDB_REC013 - External reference: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RDB_REC - RDB Individual Records

• Message number: 013

• Message text: External reference: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RDB_REC013 - External reference: & ?

  The SAP error message RDB_REC013 typically indicates an issue related to external references in the context of data retrieval or processing. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as when dealing with external data sources, database connections, or during the execution of certain transactions.
  
  Cause:
  The error message RDB_REC013 usually arises due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Invalid External Reference: The external reference specified may not exist or is incorrectly formatted.
  Data Source Issues: There may be a problem with the external data source, such as connectivity issues, permissions, or configuration errors.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the external reference.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from processing the external reference correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RDB_REC013 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the External Reference:
  
  Verify that the external reference specified in the error message is correct and exists