How To Fix EA890 - The IDoc number & does not exist in the database

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EA - IDoc Basis Messages

• Message number: 890

• Message text: The IDoc number & does not exist in the database

What causes this issue?

No IDoc could be found in the database for number &v1&.

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?

You must check the IDoc number. You can search for an IDoc number
by using the possible entries in the field IDoc number.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EA890 - The IDoc number & does not exist in the database ?

  The SAP error message EA890, which states "The IDoc number & does not exist in the database," typically indicates that the system is unable to find the specified IDoc in the database. This can occur for several reasons. Below are the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  IDoc Not Created: The IDoc may not have been created successfully due to an error in the process that generates it.
  IDoc Deletion: The IDoc may have been deleted from the database, either manually or through a process that cleans up old IDocs.
  Incorrect IDoc Number: The IDoc number being referenced may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Database Issues: There may be issues with the database that prevent the IDoc from being retrieved.
  IDoc Status: The IDoc may be in a status that does not allow it to be accessed or processed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify IDoc Creation: Check the process that generates the IDoc to ensure it completed successfully. You can use transaction codes like WE02 or WE05 to view IDocs and their statuses.
  Check IDoc Number: Ensure that the IDoc number you are referencing is correct. Double-check for any typos or formatting issues.
  Review Deletion Settings: If IDocs are being deleted automatically, review the settings for IDoc archiving and deletion to ensure that important IDocs are retained.
  Database Integrity: If you suspect database issues, consult your database administrator to check for any integrity issues or errors in the database logs.
  IDoc Status Check: Use transaction WE02 or WE05 to check the status of the IDoc. If it is in an error status, you may need to troubleshoot the underlying issue that caused the error.
  Reprocess IDoc: If the IDoc was created but is in an error state, you may need to reprocess it. This can often be done through transaction BD87 for reprocessing IDocs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE02 / WE05: Display IDocs
  BD87: Reprocess IDocs
  WE19: Test tool for IDocs
  
  
  IDoc Status Codes: Familiarize yourself with IDoc status codes to understand the state of the IDoc (e.g., 03 for "Data passed to port," 30 for "IDoc sent to application," etc.).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to IDoc processing that may be relevant to your version of SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.