How To Fix E0029 - IDoc type &1 cannot be processed by &2 &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E0 - SAP EDI messages

• Message number: 029

• Message text: IDoc type &1 cannot be processed by &2 &3

What causes this issue?

IDoc processing has been started for IDoc type &v1&. The selected
process is of type &v2& and called &v3&.
The selected process does not support processing of IDoc type &v1&.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Please check which IDoc type is to be used and via which process it is
to be processed.
You can change these settings in the partner profiles of IDoc basis.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E0029 - IDoc type &1 cannot be processed by &2 &3 ?

  The SAP error message E0029, which states "IDoc type &1 cannot be processed by &2 &3," typically indicates that there is an issue with the processing of an IDoc (Intermediate Document) in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  IDoc Type Not Registered: The IDoc type specified in the error message may not be registered or configured correctly in the receiving system.
  Incorrect Partner Profile: The partner profile for the sender or receiver may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to process the IDoc.
  Missing or Incorrect Message Type: The message type associated with the IDoc may not be recognized by the receiving system.
  Incompatible Versions: There may be version incompatibilities between the systems involved in the IDoc processing.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system processing the IDoc may not have the necessary authorizations to handle the specified IDoc type.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the ALE (Application Link Enabling) settings or in the IDoc processing settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check IDoc Type Registration: Ensure that the IDoc type specified in the error message is correctly registered in the receiving system. You can do this by checking the IDoc type in transaction WE30.
  Review Partner Profiles: Verify the partner profiles in transaction WE20 for both the sender and receiver. Ensure that the correct message types and IDoc types are configured.
  Validate Message Type: Check if the message type associated with the IDoc is correctly defined and recognized in the receiving system.
  Check for Version Compatibility: Ensure that both systems are compatible in terms of IDoc processing and that they are using compatible versions.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user or system processing the IDoc has the necessary authorizations to process the specified IDoc type.
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the ALE configuration settings in transaction SALE to ensure that everything is set up correctly for IDoc processing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE30: IDoc Type Development
  WE20: Partner Profiles
  WE02: IDoc Display
  WE19: IDoc Test Tool
  SALE: ALE Configuration
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to IDoc processing and the error message E0029.
  Logs and Traces: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) and IDoc processing logs for additional details that may help diagnose the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.