How To Fix EA081 - Error occurred while IDoc '&' was being sent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EA - IDoc Basis Messages

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Error occurred while IDoc '&' was being sent

What causes this issue?

The IDoc '&v1&' created was to be sent to an SAP system. An error
occurred with '&v2&'.

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?

Check the current status of the IDoc. The IDoc may have been sent in the
meantime (repeat send attempt).
If the IDoc has still not been sent properly, please inform your system
administration.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EA081 - Error occurred while IDoc '&' was being sent ?

  The SAP error message EA081 indicates that an error occurred while trying to send an IDoc (Intermediate Document) with a specific ID. This error can arise from various issues related to IDoc processing, configuration, or communication. Below are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  IDoc Status Issues: The IDoc may be in an error status (e.g., status 51 - "Application document not posted").
  Communication Problems: There may be issues with the communication channel, such as network problems or incorrect configuration of the partner profiles.
  Partner Profile Configuration: The partner profile (WE20) may not be correctly set up for the sending or receiving system.
  Missing or Incorrect Mapping: If the IDoc is not correctly mapped to the target system, it may fail to send.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may not have the necessary authorizations to send the IDoc.
  System Configuration: Issues with the ALE (Application Link Enabling) configuration or settings in transaction WE21.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check IDoc Status: Use transaction WE02 or WE05 to check the status of the IDoc. If it is in error status, analyze the error message and take corrective action.
  Review Partner Profiles: Verify the partner profile settings in transaction WE20. Ensure that the correct message type and process code are configured.
  Check Communication Settings: Ensure that the communication settings (RFC destinations, ports) are correctly configured in transaction WE21.
  Analyze Error Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any related error messages that can provide more context on the failure.
  Test Connectivity: Use transaction SM59 to test the RFC connection to ensure that the systems can communicate properly.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user or system has the necessary authorizations to send IDocs.
  Reprocess IDoc: If the IDoc is in error status, you can try to reprocess it using transaction BD87 or by correcting the underlying issue and then reprocessing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Types: Familiarize yourself with the specific IDoc type being used, as different IDocs may have different requirements and configurations.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE02/WE05: Display IDocs
  WE20: Maintain Partner Profiles
  WE21: Maintain Ports
  BD87: Reprocess IDocs
  SLG1: Application Log
  SM59: RFC Destinations
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on IDoc processing and troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EA081 error and implement a solution to resolve it.