How To Fix E0629 - Segment definitions missing for release &1/&3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E0 - SAP EDI messages

• Message number: 629

• Message text: Segment definitions missing for release &1/&3

What causes this issue?

For the basic type or extension &v2&, segment definitions are used in
outbound processing which were or are current in SAP Basis release &v1&
and release &v3& of the application component.
However, suitable segment definitions could not be found for all the
segment types.
This may be due to the fact that certain segments did not yet exist in
SAP Basis release &v1& and release &v3& of the application component.

System Response

Outbound processing will not be able to process this combination without
errors.

How to fix this error?

Enter a release status for which all segment definitions of the basic
type or extension &v2& are available and released. Alternatively, you
can leave this field blank, in which case the most recent segment
definition is used in outbound processing.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E0629 - Segment definitions missing for release &1/&3 ?

  The SAP error message E0629, which states "Segment definitions missing for release &1/&3," typically occurs in the context of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) or Intermediate Document (IDoc) processing. This error indicates that the system cannot find the necessary segment definitions for the specified release and version of the EDI standard or IDoc type.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Segment Definitions: The primary cause of this error is that the segment definitions for the specified release (e.g., EDIFACT, ANSI X12) are not available in the system. This can happen if the necessary configuration or data has not been maintained.
  Incorrect Release Version: The specified release version in the message may not match any of the defined segment definitions in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the segment definitions were recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that resulted in missing definitions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Segment Definitions: 
  
  Go to transaction code WE30 (for IDoc types) or WE60 (for EDI segment definitions) to verify if the segment definitions for the specified release are present.
  If they are missing, you may need to create or import the necessary segment definitions.
  
  
  
  Maintain EDI/IDoc Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the EDI/IDoc configuration is correctly set up in your system. This includes checking the relevant partner profiles and message types.
  Use transaction WE20 to check the partner profiles and ensure that the correct message types and segments are defined.
  
  
  
  Check Release Version:
  
  Verify that the release version specified in the error message is correct. If it is incorrect, you may need to adjust the configuration or the data being processed.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the segment definitions were supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs for any errors. You may need to re-transport the relevant objects.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE30: IDoc Type Maintenance
  WE60: EDI Segment Documentation
  WE20: Partner Profile Maintenance
  
  
  EDI Standards: Familiarize yourself with the specific EDI standards (e.g., EDIFACT, ANSI X12) that your organization uses, as this will help in understanding the segment definitions.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to EDI and IDoc processing for more detailed information on segment definitions and configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the E0629 error in your SAP system.