How To Fix RDSV_OUTPUT_XX011 - Cannot determine external number field.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RDSV_OUTPUT_XX - Output validation of master data

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Cannot determine external number field.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RDSV_OUTPUT_XX011 - Cannot determine external number field. ?

  The SAP error message RDSV_OUTPUT_XX011: Cannot determine external number field typically occurs in the context of data extraction or reporting, particularly when dealing with external number ranges or fields that are expected to be populated but are not.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The external number range or field may not be properly configured in the system. This can happen if the number range is not defined for the relevant object or if the configuration is incomplete.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the number range table or incorrect mappings between internal and external number fields.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the report or transaction may not have the necessary authorizations to access the external number field.
  
  
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may not be handling the external number fields correctly.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the configuration or development related to the external number field was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Verify the configuration of the external number range in the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction SNRO for number ranges). Ensure that the number range is defined and active.
  
  
  Data Validation: Check the underlying data for the relevant object to ensure that all necessary entries exist and that there are no gaps or inconsistencies.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the external number field. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  Review Custom Code: If there are custom developments, review the code to ensure that it correctly handles the external number fields. Debugging may be necessary to identify where the issue occurs.
  
  
  Transport Review: If the issue arose after a transport, review the transport logs and ensure that all necessary objects were included and correctly transported.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Check SAP Notes and documentation for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SNRO (Number Range Objects), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for further investigation.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for more in-depth troubleshooting.