How To Fix E0849 - Status record outbox: Temporary IDoc number list not deleted

E0849 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E0 - SAP EDI messages

• Message number: 849

• Message text: Status record outbox: Temporary IDoc number list not deleted

What causes this issue?

IDoc numbers which were saved temporarily in the INDX file could not be
deleted.
Status records for the IDocs had already been sent. To prevent the
status records being sent again, you should ensure that the data
cluster has been deleted.

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

Technical information, i.e. parameters for the INDX-Delete command:
INDX-Area: &v1&
INDX-Key: &v2&

System Response

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E0849 - Status record outbox: Temporary IDoc number list not deleted ?

  The SAP error message E0849, which states "Status record outbox: Temporary IDoc number list not deleted," typically occurs in the context of IDoc processing in SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue with the temporary IDoc number list not being cleared or deleted as expected. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  IDoc Processing Issues: The error may arise if there are issues during the processing of IDocs, such as failures in the communication with the partner system or problems in the IDoc itself.
  System Configuration: Incorrect configuration settings in the IDoc processing or in the partner profiles can lead to this error.
  Database Locking: If there are database locks or issues with the database that prevent the deletion of the temporary IDoc number list, this error can occur.
  Program Errors: Bugs or issues in the custom programs or enhancements that handle IDoc processing may also lead to