How To Fix EDATEX027 - No definition possible for point of delivery &1 for data exch. process &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDATEX - Messages for Data Exchange Processes

• Message number: 027

• Message text: No definition possible for point of delivery &1 for data exch. process &2

What causes this issue?

A DATEX definition cannot be created for DATEX process &v2& of point of
delivery &v1&.
A definition can only be made if the DATEX process has a corresponding
DATEX definition for the service provider of the point of delivery.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDATEX027 - No definition possible for point of delivery &1 for data exch. process &2 ?

  The SAP error message EDATEX027 indicates that there is no definition available for a specific point of delivery (POD) in the context of a data exchange process. This error typically arises in scenarios involving Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) or data exchange processes where the system is unable to find the necessary configuration or master data for the specified point of delivery.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The point of delivery may not be properly configured in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the relevant master data tables or configuration settings.
  Incorrect Point of Delivery: The point of delivery specified in the data exchange process may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Data Exchange Process Issues: The data exchange process itself may not be correctly set up or may be referencing an outdated or incorrect configuration.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing access to the necessary data for the specified point of delivery.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Verify that the point of delivery is correctly defined in the system. This includes checking the relevant master data and configuration settings in the SAP system.
  
  Use transaction codes like WE20 (Partner Profiles) and WE21 (Port Definition) to check the EDI configuration.
  Ensure that the point of delivery is correctly assigned to the relevant logical system.
  
  
  
  Validate Point of Delivery: Ensure that the point of delivery specified in the data exchange process is valid and exists in the system. You can check this in the relevant master data tables (e.g., customer master, vendor master).
  
  
  Review Data Exchange Process: Check the configuration of the data exchange process to ensure it is set up correctly. This may involve reviewing the settings in transaction EDIFACT or other relevant EDI transactions.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the data exchange process has the necessary authorizations to access the point of delivery and related data.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as WE20, WE21, WE30, and WE60 for EDI configuration and monitoring.
  Master Data: Understand the importance of maintaining accurate master data for points of delivery, including customer and vendor records.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to EDATEX027 for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the EDATEX027 error in your SAP system.