How To Fix EDATEX258 - No communication control exists for the selected data exchange task

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDATEX - Messages for Data Exchange Processes

• Message number: 258

• Message text: No communication control exists for the selected data exchange task

What causes this issue?

You attempted to display the communication control for a data exchange
task. However, no communication control exists for this task.

System Response

INCLUDE ISU_VERARB OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE ISU_KORR OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDATEX258 - No communication control exists for the selected data exchange task ?

  The SAP error message EDATEX258 indicates that there is no communication control defined for the selected data exchange task. This error typically arises in the context of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) or data exchange processes within SAP systems.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Communication Control: The primary cause of this error is that the communication control settings for the specific data exchange task have not been configured or are missing in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The communication control might be incorrectly set up or not linked to the relevant data exchange task.
  Data Exchange Task Not Defined: The data exchange task you are trying to execute may not be properly defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Communication Control Settings:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually found in the transaction codes related to EDI or IDoc processing).
  Ensure that the communication control for the specific data exchange task is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Define Communication Control:
  
  If the communication control does not exist, you will need to create it. This can typically be done in the following way:
  
  Go to the transaction code for maintaining communication controls (e.g., WE20 for partner profiles).
  Create or modify the communication control settings to include the necessary parameters for the data exchange task.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Data Exchange Task Configuration:
  
  Verify that the data exchange task is correctly defined in the system. This may involve checking the relevant customizing settings for EDI or IDoc processing.
  Ensure that the task is linked to the correct communication control.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the data exchange task again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as WE20 (Partner Profiles), WE21 (Port Definition), and WE30 (IDoc Types) for EDI configuration.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help guides related to EDI and IDoc processing for detailed steps on configuring communication controls and data exchange tasks.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to the EDATEX258 error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or EDI team for further assistance, as they may have more specific insights into your system's configuration.