How To Fix E1205 - Multiple IDocs created (first IDoc: &)

E1205 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E1 - Messages for IDoc Basis

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Multiple IDocs created (first IDoc: &)

What causes this issue?

Several communication IDocs were created. The first IDoc has the number
&v1&.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E1205 - Multiple IDocs created (first IDoc: &) ?

  The SAP error message E1205, which states "Multiple IDocs created (first IDoc: &)," typically occurs when a process generates more than one IDoc for a single transaction or event. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during data transfer, integration processes, or when using certain SAP modules.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Data: The most common cause is that the system is processing duplicate data, leading to multiple IDocs being created for the same transaction.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the IDoc processing settings or in the application that generates the IDocs can lead to multiple IDocs being created.
  Error Handling: If there are errors in processing the first IDoc, the system might attempt to resend or recreate the IDoc, resulting in duplicates.
  Custom Development: Custom programs or enhancements that generate IDocs may not have proper checks in place to prevent multiple IDoc creation.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Duplicates: Review the data being processed to ensure that there are no