How To Fix BORVII117 - IDoc &: No external identification in field &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BORVII - Automotive Messages VII

• Message number: 117

• Message text: IDoc &: No external identification in field &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BORVII117 - IDoc &: No external identification in field & ?

  The SAP error message BORVII117 indicates that there is a problem with an IDoc (Intermediate Document) where the external identification field is not populated. This error typically occurs when the system expects a value in a specific field that is required for processing the IDoc, but it finds that the field is empty or not properly filled.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The external identification field, which is often used to uniquely identify the IDoc or its associated data, is not filled in the IDoc segment.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the IDoc type or the message type that is being used, leading to the requirement for this field not being met.
  Mapping Errors: If the IDoc is being generated from an external system, there may be a mapping error where the external identification is not being correctly transferred to the IDoc.
  Custom Development: If there are custom enhancements or developments in the IDoc processing logic, they may not be handling the external identification correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check IDoc Data: Review the IDoc data to ensure that the external identification field is populated. You can use transaction WE02 or WE05 to view the IDoc and check the relevant segments.
  Update Configuration: If the IDoc type or message type requires the external identification field, ensure that the configuration is set up correctly to populate this field. This may involve checking the IDoc type definition in transaction WE30.
  Review Mapping: If the IDoc is generated from an external system, check the mapping logic to ensure that the external identification is being correctly populated before the IDoc is sent to SAP.
  Custom Code Review: If there are custom developments involved, review the code to ensure that it correctly handles the external identification field.
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the IDoc processing again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Structure: Familiarize yourself with the structure of the IDoc and the specific segments that are relevant to your use case. This can be done using transaction WE30 to view the IDoc type definition.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for IDocs and the specific message type you are working with for more detailed information on required fields and their purposes.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE02 / WE05: To display IDocs.
  WE30: To maintain IDoc types.
  WE20: To maintain partner profiles, which may also affect IDoc processing.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.