How To Fix EA307 - IDoc type & is unknown in Release &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EA - IDoc Basis Messages

• Message number: 307

• Message text: IDoc type & is unknown in Release &

What causes this issue?

IDoc type '&v1&' is unknown in Release '&v2&'.

System Response

This IDoc type cannot be read.

How to fix this error?

IDoc type '&v1&' is known from Release '&v3&' onwards. Please check
whether this is the required object.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EA307 - IDoc type & is unknown in Release & ?

  The SAP error message EA307 indicates that the IDoc type specified is unknown in the given release. This typically occurs when the system cannot find the IDoc type in the specified version of SAP, which can happen for several reasons. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  IDoc Type Not Defined: The IDoc type you are trying to use may not be defined in the system.
  Incorrect Release: The IDoc type may exist in a different release/version of SAP, and the current system does not recognize it.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the IDoc settings or the partner profiles.
  Transport Issues: If the IDoc type was recently transported from another system, the transport may not have been successful or complete.
  Namespace Issues: If the IDoc type is in a custom namespace, it may not be properly registered or recognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check IDoc Type Definition:
  
  Use transaction WE30 to check if the IDoc type exists in the system. If it does not exist, you may need to create it or transport it from another system.
  
  
  
  Verify Release Compatibility:
  
  Ensure that the IDoc type is compatible with the current SAP release. You may need to consult SAP documentation or support to verify this.
  
  
  
  Review Partner Profiles:
  
  Use transaction WE20 to check the partner profiles and ensure that the IDoc type is correctly configured for the relevant partner.
  
  
  
  Transport Request:
  
  If the IDoc type was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure it was successfully imported. You may need to re-import the transport request.
  
  
  
  Namespace Registration:
  
  If the IDoc type is in a custom namespace, ensure that the namespace is properly registered in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Types: IDocs are used for data interchange between SAP systems and external systems. Each IDoc type corresponds to a specific data structure.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE30: IDoc Type Development
  WE20: Partner Profiles
  WE02: IDoc Display
  WE19: IDoc Test Tool
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP Help Portal for detailed information on IDocs and their configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or consult with a technical expert familiar with IDoc processing in your specific SAP environment.