How To Fix -5171 - Inbound processing for the IDoc &1 takes place in the logical system &

-5171 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: -5 -

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Inbound processing for the IDoc &1 takes place in the logical system &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message -5171 - Inbound processing for the IDoc &1 takes place in the logical system & ?

  The SAP error message -5171 indicates an issue with the inbound processing of an IDoc (Intermediate Document) in a specific logical system. This error typically arises when there is a problem with the configuration or the data being processed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Logical System Configuration: The logical system specified in the IDoc does not match the configuration in the SAP system. This could be due to incorrect settings in the partner profile or the logical system not being defined in the system.
  IDoc Type or Message Type Issues: The IDoc type or message type may not be correctly configured or may not exist in the target system.
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the data being sent in the IDoc, such as missing mandatory fields or incorrect data formats.
  Partner Profile Settings: The partner profile for the logical system may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in processing the IDoc.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Logical System Configuration:
  
  Ensure that