How To Fix E0221 - EDI: Segment number of &1 is too high

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E0 - SAP EDI messages

• Message number: 221

• Message text: EDI: Segment number of &1 is too high

What causes this issue?

Problems occurred when the internal table GROUPS was processed.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E0221 - EDI: Segment number of &1 is too high ?

  The SAP error message E0221, which states "EDI: Segment number of &1 is too high," typically occurs in the context of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) processing. This error indicates that the segment number specified in the EDI message exceeds the maximum allowed limit for segments in the EDI standard being used.
  Cause:
  
  Segment Limit Exceeded: Each EDI standard (like EDIFACT, ANSI X12, etc.) has a defined limit on the number of segments that can be included in a message. If the number of segments in the EDI message exceeds this limit, SAP will trigger this error.
  Incorrect Mapping: There may be an issue with the mapping of the EDI segments to the SAP data structure, leading to an incorrect count of segments being processed.
  Message Structure Issues: The structure of the EDI message being sent or received may not conform to the expected format, resulting in an unexpected number of segments.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check EDI Message Structure: Review the EDI message being processed to ensure that it adheres to the expected structure and does not exceed the segment limit defined by the EDI standard.
  Adjust Mapping: If the mapping between the EDI segments and SAP data structures is incorrect, adjust the mapping to ensure that it aligns with the expected segment count.
  Consult EDI Documentation: Refer to the documentation for the specific EDI standard being used to understand the segment limits and ensure compliance.
  Debugging: Use transaction codes like WE02 or WE05 in SAP to analyze the EDI messages and identify where the segment count is exceeding the limit.
  Contact EDI Provider: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to contact the EDI service provider or partner to ensure that the messages being sent or received are correctly formatted.
  
  Related Information:
  
  EDI Standards: Familiarize yourself with the specific EDI standard being used (e.g., EDIFACT, ANSI X12) to understand the segment limits and structure.
  SAP EDI Configuration: Review the configuration settings in SAP for EDI processing, including partner profiles and message types.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on EDI processing issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the E0221 error and implement a solution to resolve it.