How To Fix E0702 - Predecessor entry not found in the IDoc type list

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E0 - SAP EDI messages

• Message number: 702

• Message text: Predecessor entry not found in the IDoc type list

What causes this issue?

The predecessor &v2& for component &v1& could not be found in the IDoc
type list. A check was to be made as to whether the predecessor has
been released.

System Response

The component &v1& could not be released since information on the
predecessor is not available.

How to fix this error?

The problem involves an inconsistency in the IDoc type administration
data.
Check whether the predecessor &v2& was deleted without authority.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E0702 - Predecessor entry not found in the IDoc type list ?

  The SAP error message E0702, which states "Predecessor entry not found in the IDoc type list," typically occurs in the context of IDoc processing, particularly when dealing with IDoc types and their associated metadata. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a predecessor entry for the specified IDoc type in the IDoc type list, which can lead to issues in processing the IDoc.
  Causes:
  
  Missing IDoc Type Definition: The IDoc type that is being referenced may not be defined in the system. This can happen if the IDoc type was not created or has been deleted.
  Transport Issues: If the IDoc type was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process, leading to missing entries.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the IDoc type may be incorrect, leading to the system being unable to locate the necessary predecessor entry.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the IDoc type and the application that is trying to process it.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check IDoc Type Definition:
  
  Go to transaction code WE30 (IDoc Type Development) and verify if the IDoc type exists and is correctly defined.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup.
  
  
  
  Transport Request Verification:
  
  Check the transport requests to ensure that the IDoc type was included and successfully transported to the target system.
  Use transaction code SE09 or SE10 to review transport logs and ensure there were no errors during the transport.
  
  
  
  Reconfigure IDoc Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the IDoc type in transaction WE20 (Partner Profiles) and ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  Make sure that the message type and IDoc type are correctly linked.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  If the IDoc type has dependencies on other objects (like segments), ensure that those objects are also present and correctly defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the IDoc processing again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Types: IDocs are used for data interchange between SAP systems and external systems. Each IDoc type has a specific structure and is defined by segments.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE30: IDoc Type Development
  WE20: Partner Profiles
  SE09/SE10: Transport Organizer
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on IDoc processing and configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or consult with a technical expert familiar with IDoc processing in SAP.