How To Fix E0063 - EDI: IDoc ID '&' is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E0 - SAP EDI messages

• Message number: 063

• Message text: EDI: IDoc ID '&' is invalid

What causes this issue?

An invalid ID has been transferred to the function module for creating
a segment for an IDoc.

How to fix this error?

Please check the data transferred to the IDoc interface.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E0063 - EDI: IDoc ID '&' is invalid ?

  The SAP error message E0063, which states "EDI: IDoc ID '&' is invalid," typically occurs when there is an issue with the IDoc (Intermediate Document) that is being processed in the Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) system. This error indicates that the IDoc ID being referenced does not exist or is not valid in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Non-Existent IDoc: The IDoc ID being referenced may not exist in the database. This can happen if the IDoc was never created or has been deleted.
  Incorrect IDoc ID: There may be a typographical error in the IDoc ID being processed.
  IDoc Status: The IDoc may be in a status that does not allow it to be processed (e.g., it may be in an error state).
  Database Issues: There could be issues with the database that prevent the IDoc from being retrieved.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the IDoc.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify IDoc ID: Check the IDoc ID being referenced in the error message. Ensure that it is correct and exists in the system.
  Check IDoc Status: Use transaction code WE02 or WE05 to check the status of the IDoc. Look for any errors or issues that may need to be resolved.
  Reprocess IDoc: If the IDoc is in an error state, you may need to correct the underlying issue and reprocess the IDoc.
  Database Check: Ensure that the database is functioning correctly and that there are no connectivity issues.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary permissions to access and process IDocs.
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or information that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Types: Familiarize yourself with the specific IDoc type being used, as different IDoc types may have different processing rules and requirements.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address known issues related to IDoc processing.
  EDI Configuration: Review the EDI configuration settings in your SAP system to ensure that everything is set up correctly for IDoc processing.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes for IDoc monitoring and processing include:
  
  WE02: Display IDoc
  WE05: IDoc List
  BD87: Reprocess IDocs
  WE19: Test tool for IDocs
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the E0063 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.