How To Fix B1022 - Inconsistent IDocs passed: Data records or control records missing.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: B1 - ALE group messages

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Inconsistent IDocs passed: Data records or control records missing.

What causes this issue?

Inconsistent IDocs were passed to ALE inbound processing.
Either the data records belonging to one of the control records were
missing in the IDocs passed or data records were found without an
associated control record.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message B1022 - Inconsistent IDocs passed: Data records or control records missing. ?

  The SAP error message B1022, which states "Inconsistent IDocs passed: Data records or control records missing," typically occurs when there is a mismatch or inconsistency between the control records and data records of an IDoc (Intermediate Document). This can happen during the processing of IDocs in SAP, particularly when data is being transferred between systems.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data Records: The IDoc may not have the required data records that correspond to the control record.
  Corrupted IDoc: The IDoc structure may be corrupted or improperly formatted, leading to missing or misaligned records.
  Incorrect IDoc Type: The IDoc type being processed may not match the expected structure, leading to inconsistencies.
  Transmission Errors: Issues during the transmission of IDocs between systems can lead to incomplete data being received.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the IDoc processing settings can lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check IDoc Structure: Verify that the IDoc structure is correct and that all required data records are present. You can use transaction code WE02 or WE05 to analyze the IDoc.
  Reprocess IDoc: If the IDoc is found to be incomplete, you may need to reprocess it. This can be done using transaction code BD87.
  Review IDoc Type and Mapping: Ensure that the IDoc type being used is correct and that the mapping between the control and data records is properly defined.
  Check for Transmission Issues: Investigate any potential issues in the network or middleware that could have caused the IDoc to be transmitted incorrectly.
  Consult Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context on the issue.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings related to IDoc processing in transaction WE20 (partner profiles) and WE21 (port definitions) to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Types: Familiarize yourself with the specific IDoc types being used in your processes, as different types have different structures and requirements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to IDoc processing.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on IDocs for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the B1022 error and implement a solution to resolve it.