How To Fix EA868 - In status postprocessing the IDoc has been released for sending

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EA - IDoc Basis Messages

• Message number: 868

• Message text: In status postprocessing the IDoc has been released for sending

As part of postprocessing, the IDoc was released by the agent
responsible &v1& for resending.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EA868 - In status postprocessing the IDoc has been released for sending ?

  The SAP error message EA868 indicates that an IDoc (Intermediate Document) is in a status of "postprocessing" and has been released for sending. This typically means that the IDoc has been generated and is ready to be sent to the target system, but there may be issues preventing it from being processed further.
  Cause:
  
  Network Issues: There may be connectivity problems between the SAP system and the target system (e.g., another SAP system, an external application).
  Configuration Issues: The IDoc processing configuration may not be set up correctly, such as partner profiles, port settings, or message types.
  Error in IDoc Data: The data contained in the IDoc may have validation errors or may not meet the requirements of the receiving system.
  Application Logic: There may be application-specific logic that is preventing the IDoc from being processed.
  Queue Issues: If using a queue (like tRFC or qRFC), there may be issues with the queue itself, such as it being full or having errors.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check IDoc Status: Use transaction WE02 or WE05 to check the status of the IDoc. Look for any error messages or warnings associated with the IDoc.
  Review Application Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any related error messages that might provide more context on why the IDoc is stuck in postprocessing.
  Verify Configuration: Ensure that the partner profiles (transaction WE20) and port settings (transaction WE21) are correctly configured for the IDoc type and message type being used.
  Check Connectivity: Test the network connection to the target system to ensure that it is reachable.
  Reprocess IDoc: If the IDoc is in an error status, you can try to reprocess it using transaction BD87 or by using the "Process IDoc" option in WE02/WE05.
  Monitor Queue: If using tRFC or qRFC, check the status of the queues (transaction SM58 for tRFC and SMQ1/SMQ2 for qRFC) to ensure there are no issues there.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific IDoc type and message type for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Types: Familiarize yourself with the specific IDoc type you are working with, as different types may have different requirements and configurations.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to IDoc processing.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE02/WE05: Display IDocs
  BD87: Reprocess IDocs
  SLG1: Application Log
  SM58: tRFC Queue Monitor
  SMQ1/SMQ2: qRFC Queue Monitor
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EA868 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.