How To Fix EA708 - Inbound IDocs: IDoc number & invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EA - IDoc Basis Messages

• Message number: 708

• Message text: Inbound IDocs: IDoc number & invalid

What causes this issue?

The IDoc with number &v1& was to be given to IDoc inbound processing.
However, no IDoc with this number could be found.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Technical details:
Function module 'EDI_DOCUMENT_OPEN_FOR_READ' was terminated with
exception 'DOCUMENT_NOT_EXIST' or 'DOCUMENT_NUMBER_INVALID'.
Error number in table T100: &v2&
1st parameter of error message: &v3&
2nd parameter of error message: &v4&

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check whether the IDoc with number &V1& exists.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EA708 - Inbound IDocs: IDoc number & invalid ?

  The SAP error message EA708 indicates that there is an issue with an inbound IDoc (Intermediate Document) where the IDoc number specified is invalid. This error typically occurs during the processing of IDocs in SAP systems, particularly when the system is trying to process an IDoc that does not exist or has not been correctly formatted.
  Cause of EA708 Error
  
  Invalid IDoc Number: The IDoc number provided in the inbound message does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or an incorrect reference.
  IDoc Deletion: The IDoc may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for processing.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the IDoc processing, such as incorrect partner profiles or message types.
  Data Transfer Issues: Problems during data transfer (e.g., network issues) could lead to incomplete or corrupted IDoc data.
  IDoc Status: The IDoc might be in a status that does not allow it to be processed (e.g., it is already processed or in error status).
  
  Solution for EA708 Error
  
  Verify IDoc Number: Check the IDoc number being processed to ensure it is correct. You can do this by looking it up in transaction WE02 or WE05.
  Check IDoc Status: Use transaction WE02 or WE05 to check the status of the IDoc. If it has been processed or is in error, you may need to reprocess it or correct the error.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the partner profiles (transaction WE20) and message types are correctly configured for the IDoc processing.
  Recreate IDoc: If the IDoc is indeed missing or invalid, you may need to recreate it and resend it to the system.
  Check for Deletion/Archiving: Ensure that the IDoc has not been deleted or archived. If it has, you may need to retrieve it from the archive if possible.
  Monitor Data Transfer: If the issue is related to data transfer, check the network and communication settings to ensure that data is being sent and received correctly.
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  WE02: Display IDoc
  WE05: IDoc List
  WE20: Partner Profiles
  BD87: Reprocess IDocs
  
  
  IDoc Status Codes: Familiarize yourself with IDoc status codes to understand the processing state of the IDoc.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to IDoc processing that might address this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the EA708 error in your SAP system.