How To Fix EA866 - IDoc number & has been put down for deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EA - IDoc Basis Messages

• Message number: 866

• Message text: IDoc number & has been put down for deletion

What causes this issue?

The IDoc has been marked for deletion during processing of a
notification. The status '31' is set for the outbound IDoc.

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?

Due to the status of '31', the IDoc can now be archived through an
archiving session.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EA866 - IDoc number & has been put down for deletion ?

  The SAP error message EA866 indicates that an IDoc (Intermediate Document) has been marked for deletion. This can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause and finding a solution is essential for resolving the issue.
  Cause:
  
  Manual Deletion: The IDoc may have been manually marked for deletion by a user or through a program.
  Processing Errors: If an IDoc encounters errors during processing, it may be set for deletion as part of error handling.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configurations in the IDoc processing settings may lead to automatic deletion of IDocs under specific conditions.
  Data Issues: If the data in the IDoc is incorrect or incomplete, it may be flagged for deletion.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check IDoc Status: Use transaction code WE02 or WE05 to check the status of the IDoc. Look for any error messages or logs that might indicate why it was marked for deletion.
  Review Error Logs: If the IDoc was marked for deletion due to processing errors, review the error logs to identify the root cause and rectify any data issues.
  Reprocess IDoc: If the IDoc can be corrected, you may need to reprocess it. This can be done using transaction code BD87 to reprocess IDocs that have been flagged for errors.
  Consult Configuration: Review the IDoc processing configuration in your SAP system to ensure that it is set up correctly and that there are no rules that would automatically mark IDocs for deletion.
  Check User Actions: If the IDoc was manually marked for deletion, check with users or administrators to understand the context and whether it was intentional.
  Restore IDoc: If the IDoc was mistakenly marked for deletion, you may need to restore it from a backup or recreate it if possible.
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Types: Familiarize yourself with the specific IDoc type and its structure to understand the data it carries and any dependencies it may have.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to IDocs include:
  
  WE02: Display IDoc
  WE05: IDoc List
  BD87: Reprocess IDocs
  WE19: Test tool for IDocs
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to IDoc processing that may be relevant to your situation.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.