How To Fix RY154 - DI: There is no reference to a transaction external to the risk object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RY - Messages for RM Basis

• Message number: 154

• Message text: DI: There is no reference to a transaction external to the risk object

What causes this issue?

There is no transaction that is external to the risk object and
referenced from the primary transaction with the TID &V1&. The number
of this transaction was transferred in field &V2& and is &V3&.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RY154 - DI: There is no reference to a transaction external to the risk object ?

  The SAP error message RY154 ("DI: There is no reference to a transaction external to the risk object") typically occurs in the context of SAP GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) when dealing with risk analysis and transaction monitoring. This error indicates that the system cannot find a reference to a transaction that is external to the risk object you are analyzing.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Transaction Reference: The most common cause of this error is that the risk object you are analyzing does not have a corresponding transaction that is linked to it. This can happen if the transaction is not properly defined or if it has not been assigned to the risk object in the system.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the risk management module or the way transactions are mapped to risk objects.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables that link transactions to risk objects.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Transaction Mapping: Verify that the transactions are correctly mapped to the risk objects. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP GRC and ensuring that all necessary transactions are linked to the risk objects.
  
  
  Review Risk Object Configuration: Ensure that the risk object is properly configured and that it includes all necessary details, including the transactions that should be associated with it.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to identify any missing or incorrect entries in the tables that link transactions to risk objects. This may involve running specific reports or queries to identify discrepancies.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to GRC and risk management for any specific guidance on this error message. SAP Notes may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  
  
  Engage SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. They can provide more detailed troubleshooting steps or identify if there are any known issues with your version of SAP GRC.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP GRC Documentation: Review the official SAP GRC documentation for best practices on risk management and transaction monitoring.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can share their solutions.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide updates and patches.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RY154 error and implement a solution to resolve it.