How To Fix ECCEDI126 - Sender cannot be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ECCEDI - IS-U Deregulation: IDoc Processing

• Message number: 126

• Message text: Sender cannot be determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ECCEDI126 - Sender cannot be determined ?

  The SAP error message ECCEDI126, which states "Sender cannot be determined," typically occurs in the context of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) or when dealing with IDocs (Intermediate Documents) in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to identify the sender of the IDoc or EDI message, which is crucial for processing the data correctly.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Partner Profile: The partner profile for the sender may not be set up correctly in the system. This includes missing entries or incorrect configurations in transaction code WE20.
  
  
  Incorrect Message Type: The message type being used may not be correctly defined or may not match the expected configuration for the sender.
  
  
  IDoc Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the IDoc type or the segments that are being used, leading to the inability to determine the sender.
  
  
  Logical System Configuration: The logical system for the sender may not be correctly defined or linked to the appropriate client in transaction code SCC4.
  
  
  Transport Layer Issues: If the IDoc is being sent across different systems, there may be transport layer issues that prevent the sender from being recognized.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Partner Profiles: Go to transaction WE20 and verify that the partner profile for the sender is correctly configured. Ensure that the correct message types and IDoc types are defined.
  
  
  Verify Logical Systems: Check the configuration of logical systems in transaction SCC4. Ensure that the sender's logical system is correctly defined and linked to the appropriate client.
  
  
  Review IDoc Types and Segments: Use transaction WE30 to check the IDoc type and ensure that all required segments are correctly defined and populated.
  
  
  Check Message Type Configuration: Ensure that the message type being used is correctly defined in transaction WE81 and that it is linked to the appropriate IDoc type.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the IDoc processing to identify where the sender determination is failing. This may involve looking at the function modules involved in IDoc processing.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE20: Partner Profiles
  WE30: IDoc Types
  WE81: Message Types
  SCC4: Client Administration
  
  
  
  IDoc Processing: Understanding how IDocs are processed in SAP can help in troubleshooting issues related to sender determination.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engaging with the SAP Community forums can provide insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the ECCEDI126 error in your SAP system.