How To Fix E0809 - The IDoc was marked for deletion using task '&'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E0 - SAP EDI messages

• Message number: 809

• Message text: The IDoc was marked for deletion using task '&'

What causes this issue?

No business process has been implemented for the displayed IDoc.
Instead, the IDoc was sent to a user via a generic display. The user
has marked the IDoc for deletion.

System Response

The IDoc can now be archived in an archiving session due to the current
status.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E0809 - The IDoc was marked for deletion using task '&' ?

  The SAP error message E0809 indicates that an IDoc (Intermediate Document) has been marked for deletion. This typically occurs when an IDoc is no longer needed or has encountered an issue that requires it to be removed from processing. The message includes a task identifier (represented by '&') that indicates which task marked the IDoc for deletion.
  Cause:
  
  Manual Deletion: An administrator or user may have manually marked the IDoc for deletion.
  Error Handling: The IDoc may have encountered an error during processing, leading to it being marked for deletion as part of error handling procedures.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configurations in the IDoc processing settings may automatically mark IDocs for deletion under specific conditions.
  Application Logic: The application or process that generated the IDoc may have logic that determines when to mark an IDoc for deletion based on its status or other criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check IDoc Status: Use transaction code WE02 or WE05 to check the status of the IDoc. Look for any error messages or statuses that indicate why it was marked for deletion.
  Review Logs: Check the application logs or IDoc processing logs to identify any issues that may have led to the deletion.
  Reprocess IDoc: If the IDoc was marked for deletion due to an error, resolve the underlying issue and consider reprocessing the IDoc if applicable.
  Consult Documentation: Review the relevant documentation for the application or process that generated the IDoc to understand the conditions under which IDocs are marked for deletion.
  Adjust Configuration: If the deletion is occurring due to configuration settings, consider adjusting those settings to prevent unwanted deletions in the future.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Types: Understanding the specific IDoc type involved can provide insights into its processing and error handling.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like WE02 (Display IDoc), WE05 (IDoc List), and WE19 (Test Tool for IDocs) for managing and troubleshooting IDocs.
  Error Handling Procedures: Review your organization's error handling procedures for IDocs to ensure that they are being followed correctly.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to IDoc processing and deletion.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the E0809 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.