How To Fix B1278 - IDoc &: status & cannot be processed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: B1 - ALE group messages

• Message number: 278

• Message text: IDoc &: status & cannot be processed

What causes this issue?

IDoc number &v1& was passed to ALE inbound processing with status &v2&.
IDocs with this status cannot be processed in inbound processing in
this case.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Please consult the person responsible for managing your system.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message B1278 - IDoc &: status & cannot be processed ?

  The SAP error message B1278 indicates that an IDoc (Intermediate Document) cannot be processed due to its status. The message typically includes the IDoc number and its current status, which can help in diagnosing the issue.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including but not limited to:
  
  
  IDoc Status: The IDoc may be in a status that does not allow it to be processed. Common statuses that can cause this error include:
  
  30: Error
  51: Application document not posted
  62: IDoc is not ready for processing
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the IDoc processing in the system, such as missing or incorrect settings in the partner profiles.
  
  
  Data Issues: The data contained in the IDoc may be incorrect or incomplete, leading to processing failures.
  
  
  Application Errors: The application that is supposed to process the IDoc may have encountered an error, preventing it from completing the processing.
  
  
  Network Issues: If the IDoc is being sent to another system, network issues may prevent it from being received or processed.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the B1278 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check IDoc Status: Use transaction code WE02 or WE05 to view the IDoc and check its status. Identify the current status and understand why it cannot be processed.
  
  
  Analyze Error Logs: If the IDoc is in an error status (e.g., 30), check the error logs for more details. You can use transaction code WE19 to simulate the IDoc and see if you can identify the issue.
  
  
  Correct Data Issues: If the IDoc contains incorrect or incomplete data, correct the data and reprocess the IDoc. You can use transaction code BD87 to reprocess IDocs that are in error status.
  
  
  Review Partner Profiles: Check the partner profiles (transaction code WE20) to ensure that the settings for the IDoc processing are correct.
  
  
  Check Application Logs: If the IDoc is supposed to trigger an application process, check the application logs for any errors that may have occurred during processing.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific IDoc type you are working with for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Types: Familiarize yourself with the specific IDoc type you are working with, as different types may have different processing requirements.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE02/WE05: Display IDocs
  BD87: Reprocess IDocs
  WE19: Test IDoc processing
  WE20: Maintain Partner Profiles
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to IDoc processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the B1278 error in SAP.