How To Fix E0573 - Extension & is not linked to any basic IDoc types

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E0 - SAP EDI messages

• Message number: 573

• Message text: Extension & is not linked to any basic IDoc types

What causes this issue?

Extension &v1& is not assigned to a basic type.

System Response

The documentation cannot be displayed.

How to fix this error?

Extensions are assigned to basic types using the development tools.
Please use transaction WE30.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E0573 - Extension & is not linked to any basic IDoc types ?

  The SAP error message E0573 indicates that an extension (often a custom or additional segment) is not linked to any basic IDoc types. This typically occurs when you are trying to use an IDoc extension that has not been properly associated with a basic IDoc type in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Linkage: The extension you are trying to use has not been linked to any basic IDoc type in the IDoc configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The extension might have been created but not assigned to the correct basic IDoc type.
  Transport Issues: If the extension was transported from another system, the linkage might not have been included in the transport.
  Development Errors: There may be errors in the development of the IDoc extension or the basic IDoc type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Link the Extension to a Basic IDoc Type:
  
  Go to transaction WE30 (IDoc Type Development).
  Select the extension you want to link.
  Use the option to link it to the appropriate basic IDoc type.
  Ensure that the extension is correctly defined and that all necessary segments are included.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify that the extension is correctly configured in the IDoc settings.
  Ensure that the basic IDoc type is active and correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the extension was transported, check the transport request to ensure that it included the necessary linkage.
  If not, you may need to manually link the extension in the target system.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the IDoc processing to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to IDoc extensions and configurations for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Types: IDocs are used for data interchange between SAP systems and external systems. Each IDoc type can have extensions to accommodate additional data.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE30: IDoc Type Development
  WE31: Segment Type Development
  WE20: Partner Profiles
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to IDoc extensions and configurations.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance, as they may need to investigate the configuration or development aspects in more detail.