How To Fix EA804 - IDoc & not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EA - IDoc Basis Messages

• Message number: 804

• Message text: IDoc & not found

What causes this issue?

A control record could not be read for IDoc number &v1& (table EDIDC),
program &v2&, routine &v3&.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EA804 - IDoc & not found ?

  The SAP error message EA804 typically indicates that an IDoc (Intermediate Document) is not found in the system. This can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for troubleshooting and resolving the issue. Here’s a breakdown of potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes of EA804 IDoc Not Found Error
  
  
  IDoc Not Created: The IDoc may not have been generated due to an error in the preceding process or transaction.
  
  
  IDoc Deletion: The IDoc might have been deleted from the system, either manually or through a batch job.
  
  
  Incorrect IDoc Number: The IDoc number being referenced may be incorrect or mistyped.
  
  
  IDoc Status: The IDoc may be in a status that does not allow it to be processed (e.g., status 51 - Error).
  
  
  Logical System Configuration: The logical system configuration may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in IDoc processing.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the IDoc is being sent between different systems (e.g., from development to production), there may be transport issues.
  
  
  Solutions to EA804 IDoc Not Found Error
  
  
  Check IDoc Creation:
  
  Verify if the IDoc was created successfully. You can check this in transaction WE02 or WE05 by searching for the IDoc number.
  
  
  
  Review IDoc Status:
  
  If the IDoc exists but is in an error status, you can analyze the error messages associated with it. Use transaction WE02 to view the details and troubleshoot the specific error.
  
  
  
  Verify IDoc Number:
  
  Ensure that the IDoc number you are referencing is correct. Double-check for any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Check Deletion:
  
  If the IDoc was deleted, you may need to regenerate it or check the logs to understand why it was deleted.
  
  
  
  Logical System Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the logical systems are correctly configured in transaction SALE (for ALE configuration) and that the necessary RFC connections are established.
  
  
  
  Reprocess IDocs:
  
  If the IDoc is in an error status, you can attempt to reprocess it using transaction BD87.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the IDoc is part of a transport, ensure that all necessary objects have been transported correctly and that the target system is configured to handle the IDoc.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE02: Display IDocs
  WE05: IDoc List
  BD87: Reprocess IDocs
  SALE: ALE Configuration
  
  
  
  IDoc Monitoring: Regularly monitor IDocs to catch issues early. Use transaction WE60 for documentation on IDoc types.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to IDoc processing.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on IDocs and ALE for a deeper understanding of how IDocs work and how to troubleshoot them.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EA804 error and implement a solution to resolve it.