How To Fix SRM_REFGEN025 - End mark for context counter must be before counter

SRM_REFGEN025 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRM_REFGEN -

• Message number: 025

• Message text: End mark for context counter must be before counter

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRM_REFGEN025 - End mark for context counter must be before counter ?

  The SAP error message SRM_REFGEN025 indicates that there is an issue with the context counter in the SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) system. Specifically, the error message "End mark for context counter must be before counter" suggests that there is a mismatch in the expected sequence of context counters, which can occur during the processing of data or when generating references.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Corruption: The context data may be corrupted or improperly formatted, leading to inconsistencies in the counter sequence.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SRM system can lead to issues with how context counters are managed.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the SRM system, they may not be handling context counters correctly.
  System Bugs: There may be bugs in the version of the SRM system you are using that affect how context counters are processed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Integrity: Review the data being processed to ensure that it is