How To Fix E0749 - IDoc can be ignored - error during transfer from R/2 System

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E0 - SAP EDI messages

• Message number: 749

• Message text: IDoc can be ignored - error during transfer from R/2 System

What causes this issue?

The IDoc was sent from an R/2 system. An error occurred during data
transfer. The R/2 system will send the IDoc again or has already sent
the IDoc again. This IDoc will therefore be assigned the status
'Ignore' and will not be processed further. Due to the status, the IDoc
can be reorganized.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E0749 - IDoc can be ignored - error during transfer from R/2 System ?

  The SAP error message E0749, which states "IDoc can be ignored - error during transfer from R/2 System," typically occurs when there is an issue with the transfer of IDocs (Intermediate Documents) from an R/2 system to an R/3 system (or S/4HANA). This error indicates that the IDoc cannot be processed due to a problem encountered during the transfer process.
  Causes:
  
  Connection Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the R/2 and R/3 systems.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the RFC (Remote Function Call) destination or in the IDoc processing settings.
  Data Format Issues: The data being sent from the R/2 system may not conform to the expected format or structure required by the R/3 system.
  IDoc Type or Message Type Issues: The IDoc type or message type may not be recognized or may not exist in the R/3 system.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may not have the necessary authorizations to process the IDoc.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Connectivity: Ensure that there is proper network connectivity between the R/2 and R/3 systems. You can test the RFC connection using transaction SM59 in the R/3 system.
  Review Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for IDoc processing in both systems. Check the RFC destination settings and ensure that they are correctly set up.
  Validate Data: Inspect the data being sent from the R/2 system to ensure it adheres to the expected format and structure. You may need to debug or log the data being sent.
  Check IDoc Types: Ensure that the IDoc types and message types being used are correctly defined and available in the R/3 system. You can check this in transaction WE30 (for IDoc types) and WE81 (for message types).
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user or system has the necessary authorizations to process IDocs. You may need to review user roles and permissions.
  Error Logs: Check the error logs in both systems for more detailed information about the error. You can use transaction WE02 or WE05 in the R/3 system to view IDoc status and error messages.
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Processing: Understanding how IDocs are processed in SAP can help in troubleshooting. Familiarize yourself with the IDoc lifecycle, including creation, transfer, and processing.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to IDoc configuration and troubleshooting for more insights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the E0749 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.