How To Fix CACSIB_EDT205 - Unknown record type '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CACSIB_EDT - Commissions: Messages for EDT

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Unknown record type '&1'

What causes this issue?

EDT file &v2& contains a data record with record type &v1&. However EDT
only supports the following record types:
X - Parameter for external data transfer
0 - Name of dictionary information file
1 - Commission case header
2 - Participation
3 - Participants
4 - Activities
5 - Object data
6 - Different commission
7 - Participant relations
8 - (Re)bundlings

System Response

Processing was terminated because the inbound file is incorrect.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Check that the EDT file only contains data records for known data types.
Only the standard SAP data types listed above are supported.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CACSIB_EDT205 - Unknown record type '&1' ?

  The SAP error message CACSIB_EDT205, which states "Unknown record type '&1'", typically occurs in the context of SAP Convergent Charging (SAP CC) or related modules when the system encounters a record type that it does not recognize or cannot process. This can happen during data import, processing of charging records, or when interfacing with external systems.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Record Type: The record type being processed is not defined in the system or is misspelled.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration for the record types may not be set up correctly in the SAP system.
  Data Corruption: The data being imported or processed may be corrupted or not formatted correctly.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a mismatch between the version of the data being processed and the version expected by the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Record Type: Verify that the record type specified in the error message is correct and exists in the system. You can do this by checking the configuration settings for record types in SAP CC.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that all necessary configurations for record types are properly set up. This includes checking any relevant customizing settings in the SAP system.
  Data Validation: Validate the data being processed to ensure it conforms to the expected format and contains valid record types.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand the expected record types and their configurations.
  Check for Updates: Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as this may resolve compatibility issues.
  Error Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed information about the error and any related issues that may provide further insights.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. SAP frequently releases notes that address specific error messages and provide solutions or workarounds.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered the same issue and what solutions they have found.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.