How To Fix /AIF/ENGINE_IDOC005 - IDoc &1 does not exist

/AIF/ENGINE_IDOC005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /AIF/ENGINE_IDOC -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: IDoc &1 does not exist

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/AIF/ENGINE_IDOC005 - Details

• The SAP error message /AIF/ENGINE_IDOC005 IDoc &1 does not exist typically indicates that the system is unable to find the specified IDoc (Intermediate Document) in the database. This can occur for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for troubleshooting and resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  IDoc Not Created: The IDoc may not have been created due to an error in the preceding process or transaction.
  IDoc Deletion: The IDoc may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for processing.
  Incorrect IDoc Number: The IDoc number specified in the error message may be incorrect or mistyped.
  IDoc Status: The IDoc may be in a status that does not allow it to be processed (e.g., status 51 - "Application document not posted").
  Database Issues: There may be issues with the database that prevent the IDoc from being retrieved.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Application Interface Framework (AIF) or IDoc processing settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check IDoc Creation: