How To Fix RDSV_SD_XX836 - No data exists for external document & or BAdI is not implemented

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 836

• Message text: No data exists for external document & or BAdI is not implemented

What causes this issue?

The BAdl <ZK>BADI_RDSV_DIGITAL_SIGN_EXT_SD</> is not implemented or is
wrongly-implemented and returns no data.

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?

Implement the BAdl (enhancement implementation
<ZK>EI_RDSV_DIGITAL_SIGN_EXT_SD</>) in enhancement spot
<ZK>ES_RDSV_DIGITAL_SIGN_EXT_SD</> or check your existing BAdl
implementation within this enhancement spot.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RDSV_SD_XX836 - No data exists for external document & or BAdI is not implemented ?

  The SAP error message RDSV_SD_XX836 typically indicates that there is no data available for the specified external document, or that a Business Add-In (BAdI) related to the process has not been implemented. This error can occur in various scenarios, particularly in the context of Sales and Distribution (SD) processes.
  Causes:
  
  
  No Data Exists: The external document you are trying to access may not exist in the system. This could be due to:
  
  Incorrect document number or reference.
  The document has been deleted or archived.
  The document is not yet created or saved.
  
  
  
  BAdI Not Implemented: The system may require a specific BAdI implementation to process the external document correctly. If the BAdI is not implemented, the system cannot retrieve or process the data as expected.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Document Existence:
  
  Check if the external document number is correct.
  Use transaction codes like VA03 (Display Sales Order) or VF03 (Display Billing Document) to verify if the document exists in the system.
  Ensure that the document has not been archived or deleted.
  
  
  
  Implement the Required BAdI:
  
  Identify the specific BAdI that is required for your process. You can do this by checking the documentation or consulting with your SAP technical team.
  Implement the BAdI using transaction code SE19 (BAdI Implementation) or SE18 (BAdI Definition) to create or activate the necessary implementation.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration settings related to the external document processing are correctly set up in the system.
  Review any related customizing settings in the Sales and Distribution module.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP Notes often provide patches or additional guidance for known issues.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to development tools, you can debug the process to identify where the error is occurring. This may help in understanding whether the issue is with data retrieval or BAdI implementation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BAdI (Business Add-In): A BAdI is a type of enhancement in SAP that allows developers to add custom functionality to standard SAP applications without modifying the original code.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for checking documents and BAdI implementations.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.