How To Fix E0124 - IDoc number '&' in status record '&' is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E0 - SAP EDI messages

• Message number: 124

• Message text: IDoc number '&' in status record '&' is invalid

What causes this issue?

An error was identified when creating a status record for an IDoc. The
IDoc number &v1& is invalid.

System Response

The status file was not processed.

How to fix this error?

Please check the IDoc number in the status record in field 'DOCNUM'.
The name of the status file to be processed can be obtained via file
'EDFI2'.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E0124 - IDoc number '&' in status record '&' is invalid ?

  The SAP error message E0124 indicates that there is an issue with an IDoc (Intermediate Document) number in a specific status record. This error typically arises when the IDoc number referenced is either not found in the database or is not in a valid status for processing.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid IDoc Number: The IDoc number specified in the error message does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Status: The IDoc may be in a status that does not allow further processing (e.g., it might be in a status like "error" or "processed").
  Database Issues: There could be issues with the database that prevent the IDoc from being accessed correctly.
  Data Corruption: The IDoc data might be corrupted or incomplete, leading to an invalid status.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the IDoc processing settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check IDoc Existence: Use transaction code WE02 or WE05 to check if the IDoc number exists in the system. If it does not exist, you may need to investigate why it was not created or was deleted.
  Review IDoc Status: If the IDoc exists, check its status. You can find the status in the IDoc display. If the IDoc is in an error status, you may need to reprocess it or correct the underlying issue.
  Reprocess IDoc: If the IDoc is in an error status, you can attempt to reprocess it using transaction code BD87 or by using the appropriate function module.
  Check for Data Corruption: If you suspect data corruption, you may need to analyze the IDoc data and correct any issues.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the IDoc processing configuration is correct. This includes checking partner profiles, message types, and other related settings.
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or information that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Status Codes: Familiarize yourself with the various IDoc status codes to understand what each status means and how to handle them.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to IDoc processing.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on IDoc processing for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.