How To Fix E0305 - EDI: Port '&' is not of type which writes to a file

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E0 - SAP EDI messages

• Message number: 305

• Message text: EDI: Port '&' is not of type which writes to a file

What causes this issue?

You have selected the port &v1& for processing <DS:GlOS.IDoc>IDocs</>.
This port is only intended for output modes 2 and 4. However, you
specified output mode 3 in your partner profiles.

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 your partner profiles and the relevant ports.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E0305 - EDI: Port '&' is not of type which writes to a file ?

  The SAP error message E0305, which states "EDI: Port '&' is not of type which writes to a file," typically occurs in the context of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) when there is a configuration issue related to the communication port settings in SAP.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when:
  
  The specified port in the EDI configuration is not set up correctly to handle file output. The port may be configured for a different type of communication (e.g., IDoc, RFC, etc.) that does not support file writing.
  The port is incorrectly defined in the EDI settings, leading to a mismatch between the expected and actual port type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Port Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code WE21 (Port Definition).
  Locate the port that is causing the issue (indicated by the '&' in the error message).
  Verify that the port type is set to a type that supports file writing, such as "File" or "File (ASCII)".
  If the port is not of the correct type, you may need to create a new port with the appropriate settings.
  
  
  
  Adjust EDI Settings:
  
  Ensure that the EDI settings in transaction WE20 (Partner Profiles) are correctly configured to use the right port.
  Check the partner profile settings to ensure that the correct port is assigned to the relevant message type.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration by triggering the EDI process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on configuring EDI ports and troubleshooting related issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE21: Port Definition
  WE20: Partner Profiles
  WE02: IDoc Display
  WE19: Test Tool for IDocs
  
  
  
  Port Types:
  
  Ensure you understand the different port types available in SAP and their intended use cases (e.g., file, RFC, etc.).
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide updates related to EDI configurations.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the E0305 error and ensure that your EDI configuration is set up correctly for file output.