How To Fix EA614 - EDI: IDOCTP field in control record is invalid

EA614 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EA - IDoc Basis Messages

• Message number: 614

• Message text: EDI: IDOCTP field in control record is invalid

What causes this issue?

The value of field IDOCTP &v1& in the control record is invalid. This
is not a valid basic IDoc type.

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?

Please create this basic IDoc type or use an existing basic IDoc type.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EA614 - EDI: IDOCTP field in control record is invalid ?

  The SAP error message EA614, which states "EDI: IDOCTP field in control record is invalid," typically occurs in the context of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) when there is an issue with the control record of an IDoc (Intermediate Document). This error indicates that the IDOCTP field, which is part of the control record, contains an invalid value.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid IDoc Type: The IDOCTP field may contain an IDoc type that is not recognized or is not defined in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the EDI settings, such as missing or incorrect settings in the partner profiles or port definitions.
  Data Mapping Errors: If the data being sent does not match the expected format or structure, it can lead to this error.
  Version Mismatch: The IDoc version being used may not be compatible with the receiving system or the expected format.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check IDoc Type: Verify that the IDoc type specified in the