How To Fix EA876 - No more IDocs exist for post-processing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EA - IDoc Basis Messages

• Message number: 876

• Message text: No more IDocs exist for post-processing

What causes this issue?

An error occurred in outbound processing, which lead to the creation of
this work item. All IDoc numbers, which were to be processed again in
the block, were transferred in the container.
At present, these IDocs do not have a status which allows them to be
processed again.
The possibility exists that the IDocs have alreaby been processed using
a different method.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

To check what has happened to these IDocs, you can find the IDoc
numbers in the work item container and then display the IDocs in a
separate session.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EA876 - No more IDocs exist for post-processing ?

  The SAP error message EA876 "No more IDocs exist for post-processing" typically occurs when the system is unable to find any IDocs that are available for processing in the specified context. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the processing of inbound or outbound IDocs.
  Causes:
  
  IDoc Status: The IDocs may have already been processed, or they may be in a status that does not allow further processing (e.g., status 53 - "Application document not posted").
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to fetch IDocs for processing may not match any existing IDocs.
  IDoc Deletion: IDocs may have been deleted or archived, making them unavailable for processing.
  Processing Errors: Previous errors in processing IDocs may have caused them to be skipped or marked as processed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the IDoc processing settings or in the partner profiles.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check IDoc Status: Use transaction code WE02 or WE05 to check the status of the IDocs. Ensure that there are IDocs available for processing and that they are in a suitable status (e.g., status 30 - "IDoc ready for dispatch").
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria used in the processing program are correct and that they match the IDocs you expect to process.
  Reprocess IDocs: If IDocs are in an error status, you may need to correct the underlying issue and then reprocess them using transaction code BD87.
  Check for Deletion/Archiving: Verify if the IDocs have been deleted or archived. If they have been archived, you may need to restore them from the archive.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for IDoc processing in transaction codes WE20 (Partner Profiles) and WE21 (Port Definitions) to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Monitor Background Jobs: If IDocs are processed in the background, check the job logs to see if there are any errors or issues that need to be addressed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE02/WE05: Display IDocs
  BD87: Reprocess IDocs
  WE20: Partner Profiles
  WE21: Port Definitions
  
  
  IDoc Status Codes: Familiarize yourself with the various IDoc status codes to understand the state of your IDocs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to IDoc processing.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.