How To Fix E0752 - Segment type & invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E0 - SAP EDI messages

• Message number: 752

• Message text: Segment type & invalid

What causes this issue?

The segment type &v1& is invalid, it has not yet been created.

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?

Choose a segment type which has already been created or create the
segment type &v1& in the segment editor. Please note the naming
conventions.

<DS:TRAN.WE31>EXECUTE FUNCTION</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E0752 - Segment type & invalid ?

  The SAP error message E0752 "Segment type & invalid" typically occurs in the context of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) or when working with IDocs (Intermediate Documents) in SAP. This error indicates that the segment type specified in the IDoc is not recognized or is invalid according to the defined structure of the IDoc type being processed.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Segment Type: The segment type specified in the IDoc does not exist in the IDoc definition for the specified message type.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the IDoc types or segments in the SAP system.
  Version Mismatch: The IDoc being processed may be using a version of the segment that is not compatible with the current configuration.
  Data Corruption: The IDoc data may be corrupted or improperly formatted, leading to the system not recognizing the segment type.
  Custom Development: If there are custom segments or modifications, they may not be properly defined or registered in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Segment Definition: Verify that the segment type specified in the IDoc is correctly defined in the IDoc type. You can do this using transaction WE30 (IDoc Types) or WE31 (Segment Types).
  Review IDoc Configuration: Ensure that the IDoc configuration is correct. Check the message type and the associated segments in transaction WE81 (Message Types) and WE82 (Basic Types).
  Validate IDoc Data: Use transaction WE19 (Test Tool for IDocs) to simulate the IDoc processing and check for any discrepancies in the data.
  Check for Custom Segments: If you are using custom segments, ensure they are properly defined and activated in the system.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or notes from SAP regarding the specific IDoc type and segment definitions.
  Debugging: If necessary, you can debug the IDoc processing to identify where the error is occurring and gather more information about the invalid segment type.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE30: IDoc Types
  WE31: Segment Types
  WE81: Message Types
  WE82: Basic Types
  WE19: Test Tool for IDocs
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific IDoc type you are working with.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on IDocs and EDI processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the E0752 error and implement a solution to resolve it.