How To Fix EDI_SD006 - Sales document type cannot be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDI_SD - Messages for EDI SD Integration

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Sales document type cannot be determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDI_SD006 - Sales document type cannot be determined ?

  The SAP error message EDI_SD006, which states "Sales document type cannot be determined," typically occurs in the context of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) when the system is unable to identify the appropriate sales document type for processing an incoming EDI message. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The sales document type may not be configured correctly in the system for the specific EDI message type being processed.
  Incorrect Partner Profile: The partner profile for the EDI partner may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to determine the sales document type.
  Inconsistent Data: The data being sent in the EDI message may not match the expected format or values in the SAP system.
  Missing Mapping: There may be a lack of mapping between the EDI message and the corresponding sales document type in SAP.
  Custom Development Issues: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the EDI processing, they may not be functioning as expected.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code WE20 to review the partner profiles. Ensure that the sales document type is correctly defined for the relevant EDI message type.
  Verify the configuration in transaction VOTXN (for EDI sales document types) to ensure that the mapping between EDI message types and sales document types is correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Review EDI Message:
  
  Analyze the incoming EDI message to ensure that it contains all the necessary information and is formatted correctly. Use transaction WE02 or WE05 to view the EDI messages.
  Check for any discrepancies in the data that might prevent the system from determining the sales document type.
  
  
  
  Mapping and Customization:
  
  If there are custom mappings or enhancements, review the code to ensure that it correctly handles the incoming EDI messages and maps them to the appropriate sales document types.
  If necessary, consult with your ABAP developer to troubleshoot any custom logic that may be affecting the EDI processing.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform tests with sample EDI messages to ensure that the sales document type can now be determined correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to EDI configuration for sales documents to ensure that all necessary steps have been followed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE20: Partner Profiles
  WE02 / WE05: EDI Message Monitoring
  VOTXN: EDI Sales Document Types
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to EDI processing and sales document types.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EDI_SD006 error and implement a solution to resolve it.