How To Fix SF423 - The reference for view & has changed in the meantime

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SF - SAPfind: Message Texts

• Message number: 423

• Message text: The reference for view & has changed in the meantime

What causes this issue?

A view should be displayed for a structure. This view was generated
by selection from a reference. Since the view was last processed,
the reference changed.

System Response

The view is displayed. However, it is possible that this is no
longer current, since the reference was changed.

How to fix this error?

To update view, this must be revised. Use either the structure
maintenance transaction SO70 or, within the implementation project,
the view management for a project. Choose the current view and
change this. The specifications made on creation (for example, th
selected attributes) are proposed again and you can regenerate the
view directly. If the current view belongs to hierarchically
dependent views, it is possible that all views for this hierarchy
must be regenerated step by step.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SF423 - The reference for view & has changed in the meantime ?

  The SAP error message SF423, which states "The reference for view & has changed in the meantime," typically occurs in the context of SAP applications when there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the data or configuration related to a specific view or object. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when working with SAP Fiori apps, SAP S/4HANA, or other SAP modules.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The underlying data for the view has been modified or deleted after the view was initially loaded.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration of the view or related objects (like tables or fields) that are not reflected in the current session.
  Session Timeout: The session may have timed out, leading to a loss of the current context.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may be inconsistencies if the transport was not executed properly.
  User Authorizations: Changes in user roles or authorizations that affect access to the view.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Refresh the Session: Log out and log back into the SAP system to refresh the session and reload the views.
  Check Data Consistency: Verify the data in the underlying tables to ensure that it is consistent and that the view can access the required data.
  Review Configuration Changes: If there have been recent changes to the configuration, ensure that they are correctly implemented and that all necessary adjustments have been made.
  Clear Cache: In some cases, clearing the cache of the SAP application or the browser (if using Fiori) can resolve the issue.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the view and its underlying data.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using debugging tools to trace the error and identify the root cause.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SE37 (Function Module) to investigate the view and its components.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.