How To Fix EA863 - IDoc: Invalid table name '&' in inbound status using IDoc

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EA - IDoc Basis Messages

• Message number: 863

• Message text: IDoc: Invalid table name '&' in inbound status using IDoc

What causes this issue?

When processing the inbound IDoc &v2& with status records, the
unauthorized name &v1& occurred in the field TABNAM.

System Response

IDoc processing terminated with an error.

How to fix this error?

Only the name 'EDI_DS' or the name 'EDI_DS40' can be sent in the field
TABNAM.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EA863 - IDoc: Invalid table name '&' in inbound status using IDoc ?

  The SAP error message EA863 indicates that there is an issue with the IDoc processing, specifically related to an invalid table name in the inbound status. This error typically occurs when the IDoc is trying to update or insert data into a database table, but the table name provided is either incorrect or not recognized by the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Table Name: The table name specified in the IDoc is either misspelled, does not exist in the database, or is not accessible due to authorization issues.
  Configuration Issues: The IDoc type or message type may not be correctly configured in the system, leading to incorrect table references.
  Data Mapping Errors: There may be issues in the mapping of fields from the IDoc to the database tables, causing the system to look for a non-existent table.
  Custom Development: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the IDoc processing logic, they may be referencing an invalid table.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Table Name: Verify the table name specified in the IDoc. Ensure that it is spelled correctly and exists in the SAP system.
  Review IDoc Configuration: Check the configuration of the IDoc type and message type in transaction WE30 (IDoc Types) and WE81 (Message Types). Ensure that the mappings are correct.
  Debugging: Use transaction WE19 (Test Tool for IDocs) to simulate the IDoc processing and identify where the error occurs. This can help pinpoint the exact issue.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user or process that is trying to process the IDoc has the necessary authorizations to access the specified table.
  Custom Code Review: If there are any custom enhancements or user exits related to the IDoc processing, review the code to ensure that it is not causing the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific IDoc type you are working with for any known issues or additional configuration steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE02: Display IDoc
  WE05: IDoc List
  WE19: Test Tool for IDocs
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  IDoc Monitoring: Use transaction WE09 to monitor IDocs and check for any other related errors that may provide more context to the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the EA863 error related to the invalid table name in the IDoc processing.