How To Fix SD_CDS_ENTITY086 - &-& reference information missing or data type wrong, see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD_CDS_ENTITY - Messages for STOBS/entities

• Message number: 086

• Message text: &-& reference information missing or data type wrong, see long text

What causes this issue?

Elements of data type CURR or QUAN require reference information. This
information is missing.

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?

Use one of the following annotation to maintain the reference
information:
Semantics.amount.currencyCode
Semantics.quantity.unitOfMeasure

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD_CDS_ENTITY086 - &-& reference information missing or data type wrong, see long text ?

  The SAP error message SD_CDS_ENTITY086 typically indicates that there is a problem with the data being processed in the context of the Sales and Distribution (SD) module, particularly related to the Core Data Services (CDS) views. The error message suggests that there is missing reference information or that the data type is incorrect.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Reference Information: This could occur if the system is trying to access a field or a reference that does not exist or is not properly defined in the database.
  Data Type Mismatch: The error may arise if there is an attempt to process data where the expected data type does not match the actual data type. For example, if a numeric field is expected but a string is provided, this could trigger the error.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the CDS views or the underlying database tables that are being accessed.
  Data Integrity Issues: If there are inconsistencies or integrity issues in the data, such as missing foreign key relationships, this could lead to the error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Definitions: Review the definitions of the CDS views and ensure that all fields are correctly defined and that the data types match the expected types.
  Validate Data: Check the underlying database tables for any missing or incorrect data. Ensure that all necessary reference data is present and correctly linked.
  Review Configuration: If you have access to the configuration settings, review them to ensure that they are set up correctly and that there are no discrepancies.
  Debugging: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to analyze the CDS views and the associated database tables. You can also use transaction ST22 to check for dumps that might provide more context on the error.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific CDS view or the error message for any known issues or patches that may resolve the problem.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error details and any relevant context to help them diagnose the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on similar issues.
  CDS Views Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the documentation on Core Data Services in SAP, as it can provide insights into how to properly define and use these views.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions may have been shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution.