How To Fix E0681 - No attributes exist for segment type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E0 - SAP EDI messages

• Message number: 681

• Message text: No attributes exist for segment type &

What causes this issue?

No attributes could be found for segment type &v1& in the attribute
table assigned to this Intermediate Document type.

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 make sure that the attribute table passed to the function module
contains attributes for each node in the tree.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E0681 - No attributes exist for segment type & ?

  The SAP error message E0681, which states "No attributes exist for segment type &," typically occurs in the context of IDoc processing or when working with the ALE (Application Link Enabling) and EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) functionalities in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to find any attributes or fields defined for a specific segment type in the IDoc structure.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Segment Definition: The segment type specified in the error message may not have been defined correctly in the IDoc type or may not exist at all.
  Incorrect IDoc Type: The IDoc type being used may not be the correct one for the data being processed, leading to a mismatch in expected segments.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the IDoc or the associated message type, such as missing or incorrect mappings.
  Transport Issues: If the IDoc type or segment definitions were recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Segment Definition: Verify that the segment type mentioned in the error message is defined in the IDoc type. You can do this by using transaction code WE30 (IDoc Types) to view the structure of the IDoc type and ensure that the segment exists.
  Review IDoc Type: Ensure that the correct IDoc type is being used for the data being processed. You can check this in the configuration settings or in the IDoc processing function.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the IDoc and the associated message type in transaction WE81 (Message Types) and WE82 (Message Type/IDoc Type Assignment) to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  Transport Check: If the IDoc type or segment definitions were recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the transport process.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the IDoc processing to identify where the error is occurring and gather more context about the data being processed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE30: Display/Change IDoc Types
  WE81: Message Types
  WE82: Message Type/IDoc Type Assignment
  WE60: IDoc Documentation
  
  
  IDoc Structure: Understanding the structure of IDocs and how segments are defined is crucial for troubleshooting this error.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on IDoc processing issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the E0681 error and implement a solution to resolve it.