How To Fix DU252 - Program & cannot be used to send data to another system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DU - Data transfer to SAP-EIS

• Message number: 252

• Message text: Program & cannot be used to send data to another system

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

Processing was terminated.

How to fix this error?

Enter a transfer method in the sender structure for &v1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DU252 - Program & cannot be used to send data to another system ?

  The SAP error message DU252 indicates that a specific program cannot be used to send data to another system. This error typically arises in the context of data transfer processes, such as when using IDocs, RFCs, or other data exchange mechanisms.
  Cause:
  
  Program Restrictions: The program you are trying to use may have restrictions that prevent it from being used for data transfer. This could be due to configuration settings or the program's design.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the program may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the data transfer.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the data transfer process may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to send data.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues, such as network problems, that prevent the data from being sent.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Program Configuration: Review the configuration of the program to ensure it is set up correctly for data transfer. This may involve checking settings in transaction codes like WE20 (Partner Profiles) or WE21 (Port Definition).
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the program and perform data transfers. This can be checked in transaction SU53 (Authorization Check) after the error occurs.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific program to understand its limitations and requirements for data transfer.
  Error Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) and application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages that may provide more context about the issue.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team for further assistance. They may need to investigate system settings or network configurations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Processing: If the error is related to IDoc processing, ensure that the IDoc types and message types are correctly configured.
  RFC Connections: If using RFC for data transfer, verify that the RFC destination is correctly configured and that the connection is active.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the DU252 error and implement a solution to resolve it.