How To Fix RSFBP013 - Reference field &1 of &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSFBP - Open ODS Layer Object

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Reference field &1 of &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSFBP013 - Reference field &1 of &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RSFBP013 indicates that there is an issue with a reference field in a data source or a query. Specifically, it means that the reference field specified in the message does not exist in the context of the object (like a data source or InfoProvider) you are working with.
  Cause:
  
  Field Name Typo: The reference field name might be misspelled or incorrectly specified in the query or data source.
  Field Deletion: The field may have been deleted or renamed in the underlying data structure (e.g., InfoObject, DataSource).
  Data Source Changes: If the data source has been modified (e.g., fields added or removed), the query may not be updated accordingly.
  Incorrect InfoObject: The reference field might belong to a different InfoObject or data source than the one being used in the query.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Name: Verify the spelling and case of the reference field name in the query or data source.
  Review Data Source: Go to the data source or InfoProvider and check if the field exists. If it has been deleted or renamed, you may need to update your query accordingly.
  Update Query: If the data source has changed, you may need to refresh or re-create the query to ensure it reflects the current structure of the data source.
  Check InfoObjects: Ensure that the reference field is part of the correct InfoObject or data source that you are using in your query.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the changes made to the data source or InfoProvider, consult the documentation or change logs to understand what modifications have occurred.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check the data sources and InfoProviders.
  Query Designer: Use the Query Designer to review and modify your queries.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the data source and fields in question.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSFBP013 error and implement the appropriate solution.