How To Fix B1265 - Error when writing IDoc status: IDoc number is invalid

B1265 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: B1 - ALE group messages

• Message number: 265

• Message text: Error when writing IDoc status: IDoc number is invalid

What causes this issue?

The status record of the IDoc could not be written in the previous
step because the number in the program was invalid. This error
can only result from a programm error.

How to fix this error?

Please contact SAP.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message B1265 - Error when writing IDoc status: IDoc number is invalid ?

  The SAP error message B1265, which states "Error when writing IDoc status: IDoc number is invalid," typically occurs when there is an issue with the IDoc (Intermediate Document) processing in SAP. This error indicates that the system is trying to update the status of an IDoc, but the IDoc number provided is not valid or does not exist in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid IDoc Number: The IDoc number being referenced may not exist in the database, possibly due to a typo or incorrect reference.
  IDoc Deletion: The IDoc may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for status updates.
  Database Issues: There could be issues with the database that prevent the system from accessing the IDoc records.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the IDoc processing settings that lead to incorrect IDoc handling.
  Programmatic Errors: If the IDoc is being processed through a custom program or interface, there may be bugs or logic