How To Fix E0241 - EDI: IDoc '&' does not exist; see long text for details

E0241 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E0 - SAP EDI messages

• Message number: 241

• Message text: EDI: IDoc '&' does not exist; see long text for details

What causes this issue?

An attempt was made to open the <DS:GLOS.IDoc>IDoc</> with number &v1&
in order to read or process it. However, there is no IDoc with this
number.

System Response

The status record was not updated.

How to fix this error?

Please check the status record IDoc number &v2&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E0241 - EDI: IDoc '&' does not exist; see long text for details ?

  The SAP error message E0241, which states "EDI: IDoc '&' does not exist; see long text for details," typically occurs when the system is unable to find the specified IDoc (Intermediate Document) in the database. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  IDoc Not Created: The IDoc may not have been created due to an error in the preceding process (e.g., an error in the application that generates the IDoc).
  IDoc Deletion: The IDoc may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for processing.
  Incorrect IDoc Number: The IDoc number referenced in the error message may be incorrect or malformed.
  Database Issues: There may be issues with the database that prevent the IDoc from being retrieved.
  IDoc Status: The IDoc may be in a status that does not allow it to be processed (e.g., it is in a status of "error" or "in process").
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check IDoc