How To Fix EA089 - IDoc '&' sent to Internet address

EA089 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EA - IDoc Basis Messages

• Message number: 089

• Message text: IDoc '&' sent to Internet address

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EA089 - IDoc '&' sent to Internet address ?

  The SAP error message EA089 indicates that an IDoc (Intermediate Document) was sent to an Internet address, which is not allowed in the current configuration. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to send an IDoc to an external system using an Internet address, but the system is not set up to handle such transmissions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may not be configured to send IDocs to Internet addresses. This could be due to missing settings in the ALE (Application Link Enabling) configuration.
  Invalid Partner Profile: The partner profile for the receiving system may not be set up correctly to handle IDocs sent to an Internet address.
  IDoc Type or Message Type Issues: The IDoc type or message type being used may not be compatible with the intended recipient.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Partner Profile:
  
  Go to transaction WE20 and check the partner profile for the receiving system. Ensure that the settings are correct and that