How To Fix E0369 - EDI: Incorrect direction for inbound processing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E0 - SAP EDI messages

• Message number: 369

• Message text: EDI: Incorrect direction for inbound processing

What causes this issue?

The value '2' is expected as the direction for inbound processing.
The control record, however, contains the value &v1&

System Response

The system cannot process this IDoc.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E0369 - EDI: Incorrect direction for inbound processing ?

  The SAP error message E0369, which states "EDI: Incorrect direction for inbound processing," typically occurs in the context of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) when there is a mismatch in the expected direction of the EDI message. This error indicates that the system is trying to process an inbound EDI message that is not configured correctly for the expected direction of data flow.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The EDI message type may not be correctly configured in the system for inbound processing. This could be due to incorrect settings in the partner profile (WE20) or the message type configuration (WE81).
  Message Type Mismatch: The message type being received may not be set up for inbound processing in the system, or it may be configured for outbound processing instead.
  Partner Profile Settings: The partner profile may not be set up to accept the specific type of inbound message being sent.
  Incorrect Mapping: The mapping of the EDI message to the corresponding SAP IDoc type may be incorrect, leading to the system not recognizing the message as valid for inbound processing.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Partner Profile: Go to transaction WE20 and verify the partner profile settings. Ensure that the inbound parameters are correctly defined for the specific message type you are trying to process.
  Verify Message Type Configuration: Use transaction WE81 to check the configuration of the message type. Ensure that it is set up for inbound processing.
  Review IDoc Type: Check the IDoc type associated with the EDI message. Ensure that it is correctly mapped and configured for inbound processing.
  Test EDI Mapping: If you are using a mapping tool, ensure that the mapping from the EDI format to the IDoc format is correctly defined and functioning as expected.
  Check EDI Document: Review the EDI document being sent to ensure that it is formatted correctly and that the message type is appropriate for inbound processing.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE20: Partner Profiles
  WE81: Message Types
  WE60: IDoc Documentation
  WE02: IDoc Display
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for EDI and IDoc processing for detailed configuration steps and best practices.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the E0369 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.