How To Fix EA224 - Basic type '&' is unknown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EA - IDoc Basis Messages

• Message number: 224

• Message text: Basic type '&' is unknown

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EA224 - Basic type '&' is unknown ?

  The SAP error message EA224, which states "Basic type '&' is unknown," typically occurs when the system cannot find the specified basic type in the IDoc (Intermediate Document) processing. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Basic Type Definition: The basic type you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The IDoc type or message type may not be correctly configured to use the specified basic type.
  Transport Issues: If the basic type was recently transported from another system, it may not have been imported correctly.
  Namespace Issues: The basic type may exist in a different namespace that is not accessible in the current context.
  Typographical Errors: There may be a typo in the basic type name being referenced.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Basic Type Definition:
  
  Go to transaction WE30 (IDoc Types) and check if the basic type exists. If it does not, you may need to create it or import it from another system.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Use transaction WE20 (Partner Profiles) to ensure that the partner profile is correctly configured to use the appropriate message type and basic type.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the basic type was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was imported successfully. You can also check the transport request in transaction SE09 or SE10.
  
  
  
  Namespace Verification:
  
  Ensure that the basic type is in the correct namespace. If you are using a custom namespace, make sure it is properly defined and accessible.
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  Double-check the spelling of the basic type in your configuration or code to ensure there are no typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are using a standard SAP IDoc, refer to the SAP documentation or the SAP Help Portal to verify the correct basic type for the IDoc you are working with.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Types: IDocs are used for data interchange between SAP systems and external systems. Each IDoc consists of a control record, data records, and status records.
  Basic Types and Message Types: In SAP, a basic type defines the structure of the data records in an IDoc, while a message type defines the purpose of the IDoc.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE30: To view and create IDoc types.
  WE20: To configure partner profiles.
  SE09/SE10: To manage transport requests.
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.