How To Fix RDSV_SD_XX802 - Reference is missing for billing document &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RDSV_SD_XX - Regulatory Document and Signature Validation in SD

• Message number: 802

• Message text: Reference is missing for billing document &1

What causes this issue?

You have not entered a reference for your memo.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

You can enter one the following as a reference for a memo:
Invoice documents that did not originate from the SAP system (external
invoices)
Multiple invoices- use system transaction VF04 and manually refer to
multiple invoices.
Date ranges, in the format MM.YYYY-MM.YYYY (e.g. 01.2017-03.2017)
Invoice documents without a digital signature - enter the billing
document and assign the 'Non-Signed Reference' status.
Service orders that are marked in the <ZK>Enable/Disable Service Order
Reference (SD)</> customizing view.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RDSV_SD_XX802 - Reference is missing for billing document &1 ?

  The SAP error message RDSV_SD_XX802, which states "Reference is missing for billing document &1," typically occurs in the context of billing document processing in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module. This error indicates that there is a missing reference for the specified billing document, which can prevent further processing or posting of the document.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Reference Document: The billing document may be referencing a sales order, delivery, or another document that does not exist or has been deleted.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database where the reference document is not properly linked to the billing document.
  Custom Development Issues: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the billing process, they may not be handling references correctly.
  Incomplete Document Flow: The document flow may not have been completed properly, leading to missing references.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Flow: Verify the document flow for the billing document in question. Ensure that all preceding documents (like