How To Fix EA167 - '&' IDoc(s) set to status '68' and removed from inbound queue

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EA - IDoc Basis Messages

• Message number: 167

• Message text: '&' IDoc(s) set to status '68' and removed from inbound queue

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EA167 - '&' IDoc(s) set to status '68' and removed from inbound queue ?

  The SAP error message EA167 indicates that one or more IDocs (Intermediate Documents) have been set to status '68' and removed from the inbound queue. This status typically signifies that the IDoc has encountered an error during processing, which prevents it from being successfully processed by the receiving application.
  Cause:
  The IDoc status '68' usually indicates that there was an error during the processing of the IDoc. Common causes for this error include:
  
  
  Data Issues: The data contained in the IDoc may not meet the required format or validation rules of the target system. This could include missing mandatory fields, incorrect data types, or invalid values.
  
  
  Mapping Errors: If there are issues with the mapping of fields between the source and target systems, it can lead to processing errors.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the receiving system, such as missing or incorrect settings for the IDoc type or message type.
  
  
  Application Errors: The application that is supposed to process the IDoc may have encountered an error, such as a runtime error or a business logic error.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user or system processing the IDoc may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the required actions.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check IDoc Status: Use transaction code WE02 or WE05 to view the details of the IDoc. Look for any error messages or logs that provide more information about why the IDoc was set to status '68'.
  
  
  Analyze Error Messages: Review the error messages associated with the IDoc. These messages can provide insights into what went wrong during processing.
  
  
  Validate Data: Ensure that the data in the IDoc is correct and meets the requirements of the target system. Check for missing fields, incorrect formats, and invalid values.
  
  
  Review Mapping: If applicable, check the mapping configuration to ensure that fields are correctly mapped between the source and target systems.
  
  
  Check Configuration: Verify that the configuration settings for the IDoc type and message type in the receiving system are correct.
  
  
  Test Processing: If possible, try to manually process the IDoc using transaction code BD87. This can help identify any issues in real-time.
  
  
  Consult Logs: Check application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages that may provide more context.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user or system processing the IDoc has the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Status Codes: Familiarize yourself with the various IDoc status codes and their meanings. Status '68' indicates that the IDoc has been processed with errors.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to IDoc processing and status '68'.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to IDocs, including configuration and troubleshooting guides.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.