How To Fix B1314 - IDoc flagged for deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: B1 - ALE group messages

• Message number: 314

• Message text: IDoc flagged for deletion

What causes this issue?

The IDoc has been flagged for deletion within ALE/EDI error handling.
It has not been processed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message B1314 - IDoc flagged for deletion ?

  The SAP error message B1314 indicates that an IDoc (Intermediate Document) has been flagged for deletion. This typically means that the IDoc is no longer valid for processing and has been marked to be removed from the system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information regarding this error:
  Cause:
  
  Manual Deletion: The IDoc may have been manually flagged for deletion by a user or through a process in the system.
  Processing Errors: If there were errors during the processing of the IDoc, it might have been flagged for deletion as part of error handling.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configurations in the IDoc processing settings may lead to IDocs being flagged for deletion under specific conditions.
  Status Changes: The IDoc may have reached a status that indicates it should be deleted, such as a status indicating that it has been processed incorrectly or is no longer relevant.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check IDoc Status: Use transaction code WE02 or WE05 to check the status of the IDoc. Look for any error messages or statuses that indicate why it was flagged for deletion.
  Review Error Logs: Investigate any error logs associated with the IDoc to understand the root cause of the issue.
  Reprocess IDoc: If the IDoc was flagged due to a temporary issue, you may be able to reprocess it. This can be done by correcting the underlying issue and then using transaction code BD87 to reprocess the IDoc.
  Consult Configuration: Review the IDoc processing configuration in transaction code WE20 and ensure that the settings are correct and do not inadvertently flag IDocs for deletion.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Status Codes: Familiarize yourself with the various IDoc status codes (e.g., 03 for "Data record not found", 12 for "IDoc flagged for deletion") to better understand the lifecycle of IDocs.
  IDoc Monitoring: Regularly monitor IDocs using transaction codes WE02 and WE05 to catch issues early and prevent them from being flagged for deletion.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for IDoc processing and error handling for more detailed information on managing IDocs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and address the issue related to the B1314 error message effectively.