How To Fix B2212 - Could not read remote IDoc type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: B2 - ALE Basis tools messages

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Could not read remote IDoc type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message B2212 - Could not read remote IDoc type &1 ?

  The SAP error message B2212, which states "Could not read remote IDoc type &1," typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration or communication between the SAP system and the remote system that is supposed to send or receive IDocs (Intermediate Documents). Here are the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  IDoc Type Not Defined: The IDoc type specified in the error message may not be defined in the remote system.
  Incorrect Partner Profile: The partner profile for the communication may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in reading the IDoc type.
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: There may be missing or incorrect configuration settings in the Logical System or RFC destination.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may not have the necessary authorizations to access the IDoc type.
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity issues between the two systems, preventing the IDoc from being read.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check IDoc Type Definition:
  
  Verify that the IDoc type specified in the error message exists in the remote system. You can do this by checking the IDoc types in transaction WE30 (IDoc Type Development).
  
  
  
  Review Partner Profile:
  
  Check the partner profile settings in transaction WE20. Ensure that the correct IDoc type is specified and that the settings are appropriate for the communication.
  
  
  
  Validate Logical System Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the logical system is correctly defined in transaction BD54 and that the RFC destination is properly configured in transaction SM59.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user or system has the necessary authorizations to access the IDoc type. You may need to check the roles and authorizations assigned.
  
  
  
  Test Network Connectivity:
  
  Use transaction SM59 to test the RFC connection to the remote system. Ensure that there are no network issues preventing communication.
  
  
  
  Review IDoc Processing:
  
  Check the IDoc processing logs in transaction WE02 or WE05 to see if there are any additional error messages or information that can help diagnose the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Documentation: Familiarize yourself with IDoc concepts and configurations by reviewing SAP documentation or help files.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to IDoc processing and error B2212.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE30: IDoc Type Development
  WE20: Partner Profiles
  SM59: RFC Destinations
  BD54: Logical Systems
  WE02/WE05: IDoc Monitoring
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the B2212 error in your SAP system.