How To Fix E0682 - No parent segment types found for segment type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E0 - SAP EDI messages

• Message number: 682

• Message text: No parent segment types found for segment type &

What causes this issue?

A parent segment type could not be found for segment type &v1&.

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?

The internal tables are not consistent. Please pass consistent tables
with the function module.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E0682 - No parent segment types found for segment type & ?

  The SAP error message E0682, which states "No parent segment types found for segment type &," typically occurs in the context of IDoc processing or when working with the Intermediate Document (IDoc) structure in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a parent segment for the specified segment type, which is necessary for the IDoc structure to be valid.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Parent Segment Definition: The segment type specified in the error message does not have a defined parent segment in the IDoc structure. This can happen if the IDoc type has been incorrectly configured or if there are missing entries in the IDoc segment definitions.
  
  
  Incorrect IDoc Type: The IDoc type being used may not be correctly defined or may not match the expected structure for the data being processed.
  
  
  Custom Development Issues: If there are custom segments or modifications in the IDoc structure, they may not be properly linked to their parent segments.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the IDoc definitions were transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport that caused the parent-child relationships to be lost.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check IDoc Segment Definitions: Go to transaction WE31 (Segment Types) and WE30 (IDoc Types) to verify that the segment type in question has a defined parent segment. Ensure that the segment hierarchy is correctly set up.
  
  
  Review IDoc Type Configuration: Use transaction WE82 to check the IDoc type and ensure that it is correctly configured and that all necessary segments are included.
  
  
  Adjust Custom Segments: If you are using custom segments, ensure that they are properly defined and linked to their parent segments. You may need to adjust the segment definitions accordingly.
  
  
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings related to IDoc definitions. You may need to re-transport the IDoc definitions or manually adjust them in the target system.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the IDoc processing again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  IDoc Structure: Understanding the hierarchical structure of IDocs is crucial. Each segment can have a parent segment, and the relationships must be correctly defined for the IDoc to be processed successfully.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to IDoc processing and the specific segment types you are working with.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on IDocs for detailed information on segment types, parent-child relationships, and best practices for IDoc configuration.
  
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.