How To Fix EDI_SD008 - &1 &2 cannot be converted to SAP internal format

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDI_SD - Messages for EDI SD Integration

• Message number: 008

• Message text: &1 &2 cannot be converted to SAP internal format

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDI_SD008 - &1 &2 cannot be converted to SAP internal format ?

  The SAP error message EDI_SD008 typically indicates that there is an issue with the conversion of data from an external format (such as EDI) to an internal SAP format. This error often arises during the processing of EDI messages, particularly in the context of sales and distribution (SD) modules.
  Cause:
  
  Data Format Issues: The data being received does not match the expected format. This could be due to incorrect data types, missing fields, or unexpected characters.
  Mapping Errors: The mapping between the external EDI format and the internal SAP format may not be correctly defined, leading to conversion failures.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration problems in the EDI settings, such as incorrect partner profiles or message types.
  Invalid Characters: The data may contain invalid characters that cannot be processed by SAP.
  Data Length Exceeded: The incoming data might exceed the maximum length defined for a particular field in SAP.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Format: Review the incoming EDI message to ensure that it adheres to the expected format. Validate the data types and ensure that all required fields are present.
  Review Mapping: Check the mapping configuration in the EDI subsystem (such as IDoc or other middleware) to ensure that the fields are correctly mapped from the external format to the SAP internal format.
  Partner Profile Configuration: Verify the partner profile settings in SAP (transaction WE20) to ensure that the correct message types and processing codes are configured.
  Error Logs: Check the error logs (transaction WE02 or WE05) for more detailed information about the specific data that caused the error. This can help identify the problematic fields.
  Data Cleansing: If invalid characters are found, consider implementing data cleansing routines to remove or replace these characters before processing.
  Field Lengths: Ensure that the data being sent does not exceed the defined lengths for the corresponding fields in SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  WE02/WE05: To view EDI/IDoc messages and their statuses.
  WE20: To maintain partner profiles.
  WE60: To view IDoc documentation and structure.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to EDI processing or the error message in question.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on EDI and IDoc processing for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the EDI_SD008 error and implement a solution to resolve it.