How To Fix E0868 - An application document was posted in the R/2 System for the IDoc

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E0 - SAP EDI messages

• Message number: 868

• Message text: An application document was posted in the R/2 System for the IDoc

What causes this issue?

The IDoc was received from an R/2 System and saved.
Application document &v4& was posted in the target system.
Identifier &v4& refers to the key from the IDoc link archive in the R/2
System.

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

Details about the IDoc in the R/2 System:
System : &v2&
Client : &v3&
IDoc number : &v1&

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E0868 - An application document was posted in the R/2 System for the IDoc ?

  The SAP error message E0868 indicates that an application document was posted in the R/2 system for the IDoc (Intermediate Document). This error typically arises in scenarios where there is an integration between SAP R/3 (or S/4HANA) and SAP R/2 systems, particularly when IDocs are being used to transfer data between these systems.
  Cause:
  
  IDoc Processing Issues: The error usually occurs when an IDoc that was supposed to be processed in the R/3 system has already been processed in the R/2 system. This can happen if the IDoc is being sent to both systems, and one of them has already posted the document.
  Duplicate Processing: If the same IDoc is processed multiple times, it can lead to conflicts, especially if the IDoc has already been acknowledged or posted in one of the systems.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the IDoc processing settings, such as incorrect partner profiles or message types that are not set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check IDoc Status: Use transaction code WE02 or WE05 to check the status of the IDoc. Look for any errors or messages that indicate what happened during processing.
  Review Application Logs: Check the application logs in both the R/3 and R/2 systems to see if there are any related error messages or logs that provide more context about the issue.
  Avoid Duplicate Processing: Ensure that the IDoc is not being sent to both systems simultaneously. If necessary, implement a mechanism to prevent duplicate processing.
  Correct Configuration: Review the configuration settings for IDoc processing in both systems. Ensure that the partner profiles, message types, and other relevant settings are correctly configured.
  Manual Intervention: If the IDoc has already been processed in the R/2 system, you may need to manually intervene to either correct the data or reprocess the IDoc in the R/3 system, depending on the business requirements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Types: Familiarize yourself with the specific IDoc types being used in your integration scenario, as different types may have different processing rules.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on IDoc processing and integration between R/3 and R/2 systems for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation and resolution.