How To Fix /UIF/LREP_CONNEC_MSG005 - External reference missing for change &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UIF/LREP_CONNEC_MSG -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: External reference missing for change &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UIF/LREP_CONNEC_MSG005 - External reference missing for change &1 ?

  The SAP error message /UIF/LREP_CONNEC_MSG005 External reference missing for change &1 typically indicates that there is a missing external reference for a change request in the SAP system. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP's Landscape Management or Change Request Management functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing External Reference: The error suggests that the system is unable to find an external reference associated with the change request identified by &1. This could be due to:
  
  The change request was not properly linked to an external reference.
  The external reference was deleted or not created.
  There may be a configuration issue in the system.
  
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There might be inconsistencies in the data related to the change request, possibly due to manual changes or system errors.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the external reference.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check External References: Verify if the external reference for the change request exists. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the change request in the relevant transaction (e.g., SE09 or SE10).
  Checking the details of the change request to see if the external reference is correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Create or Link External Reference: If the external reference is missing, you may need to create it or link it to the change request. This can often be done through the change request management interface.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the change request and related objects to ensure that there are no discrepancies. This may involve using specific SAP tools or transactions designed for data consistency checks.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the change request and its external references. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific version of SAP you are using and any known issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE09 (Transport Organizer) and SE10 (Transport Organizer for Workbench Requests) for managing change requests.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as they may provide specific fixes or workarounds.
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /UIF/LREP_CONNEC_MSG005 External reference missing for change &1.