How To Fix EA246 - Segment definition & unknown

EA246 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EA - IDoc Basis Messages

• Message number: 246

• Message text: Segment definition & unknown

What causes this issue?

The segment definition ( = segment version, version number &v1& ) is
not recognized.

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 EA246 - Segment definition & unknown ?

  The SAP error message EA246, which states "Segment definition & unknown," typically occurs in the context of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) or when working with IDocs (Intermediate Documents) in SAP. This error indicates that the system has encountered a segment definition that it does not recognize or that is not properly defined in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Segment Definition: The segment that is being referenced in the IDoc or EDI message is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the IDoc or EDI interface may be incorrect, leading to the system not recognizing the segment.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a mismatch between the version of the IDoc or EDI standard being used and what is defined in the SAP system.
  Custom Segments: If custom segments are being used, they may not be properly defined or activated in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Segment Definitions: Verify that the segment in question is defined in the