How To Fix E0373 - Inbound IDocs: Container definition for task & has errors

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E0 - SAP EDI messages

• Message number: 373

• Message text: Inbound IDocs: Container definition for task & has errors

What causes this issue?

The container definition for task &v1&, which should process inbound
IDoc &v2&, contains errors.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error code: '&v3&'
What the error code means:
(1) : The container definition does not contain the parameter
'IDOC_PACKET'.
(2) : The container element is not defined as an object type.
(3) : No object type could be determined for the container element
'IDOC_PACKET'.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Make the necessary corrections to the task.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E0373 - Inbound IDocs: Container definition for task & has errors ?

  The SAP error message E0373, which states "Inbound IDocs: Container definition for task & has errors," typically occurs during the processing of inbound IDocs when there are issues with the container definition for a specific task. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, missing or incorrect mappings, or problems with the IDoc structure.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Container Definition: The container definition for the task may not be correctly defined in the workflow or process.
  Mapping Issues: There may be issues with the mapping of fields between the IDoc and the target structure in SAP.
  Missing Components: Required components or definitions for the IDoc processing may be missing or incorrectly configured.
  Data Type Mismatches: The data types in the IDoc may not match the expected data types in the target structure.
  Workflow Configuration Errors: If the IDoc is part of a workflow, there may be errors in the workflow configuration.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Container Definition: Review the container definition for the task mentioned in the error message. Ensure that all required fields and structures are correctly defined.
  Validate IDoc Structure: Use transaction WE19 (IDoc test tool) to simulate the IDoc processing and check for structural issues.
  Review Mapping: Ensure that the mapping between the IDoc segments and the target structure is correctly defined. Check for any missing or incorrectly mapped fields.
  Check Workflow Configuration: If the IDoc is part of a workflow, review the workflow configuration to ensure that all tasks and containers are correctly set up.
  Debugging: If necessary, use debugging tools to trace the IDoc processing and identify where the error occurs.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to IDoc processing and the specific task to identify any known issues or additional configuration steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  WE02: Display IDoc
  WE19: Test IDoc
  SWI1: Work Item Selection (for workflows)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error.
  IDoc Types: Familiarize yourself with the specific IDoc type being processed, as different IDoc types may have different requirements and configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the E0373 error in SAP. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.