How To Fix 9J573 - There must be an entry for intermediate recipient in header record

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 9J -

• Message number: 573

• Message text: There must be an entry for intermediate recipient in header record

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 9J573 - There must be an entry for intermediate recipient in header record ?

  The SAP error message 9J573 ("There must be an entry for intermediate recipient in header record") typically occurs in the context of electronic data interchange (EDI) or when processing certain types of documents that require specific header information. This error indicates that the system expects an entry for an intermediate recipient in the header record of the document being processed, but it is missing.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Intermediate Recipient: The document being processed does not have the required information for the intermediate recipient in its header record.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the EDI or document processing may not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of the necessary data.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an oversight during data entry, resulting in the omission of the intermediate recipient information.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Header Record: Review the header record of the document you are processing. Ensure that there is an entry for the intermediate recipient. This may involve checking the relevant fields in the document.
  
  
  Update Configuration: If the intermediate recipient is not configured correctly in the system, you may need to update the configuration settings. This could involve:
  
  Accessing the relevant transaction codes (e.g., WE20 for partner profiles) to ensure that the intermediate recipient is defined.
  Ensuring that the correct message types and partner profiles are set up.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Verification: If the document was manually created or modified, verify that all required fields, including the intermediate recipient, are filled out correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the required fields for the document type you are working with.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as WE20 (Partner Profiles), WE21 (Port Definition), and WE60 (IDoc Documentation) for EDI configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  EDI Documentation: Review the EDI documentation specific to your industry or business processes to understand the requirements for intermediate recipients.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the issue causing the error message 9J573 in SAP.