How To Fix EDI_SD027 - External text ID &1 of object &2 is not assigned to an internal text ID

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDI_SD - Messages for EDI SD Integration

• Message number: 027

• Message text: External text ID &1 of object &2 is not assigned to an internal text ID

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDI_SD027 - External text ID &1 of object &2 is not assigned to an internal text ID ?

  The SAP error message EDI_SD027 indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of external text IDs to internal text IDs in the context of EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) processing. This error typically arises when the system is unable to find a corresponding internal text ID for the specified external text ID in the relevant object.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Mapping: The external text ID provided in the EDI message does not have a corresponding internal text ID in the SAP system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the EDI settings where the mapping between external and internal text IDs has not been properly defined.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be a typo or incorrect entry in the external text ID that is being sent in the EDI message.
  Inconsistent Data: The external text ID might have been changed or deleted in the system, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Mapping Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually in transaction codes like WE20 for partner profiles or WE21 for port definitions) and verify that the mapping between external and internal text IDs is correctly set up.
  Ensure that the external text ID is correctly defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Maintain Text IDs:
  
  If the external text ID is missing, you may need to create a new internal text ID that corresponds to the external text ID.
  Use transaction code SE63 to maintain the text IDs if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review EDI Messages:
  
  Check the EDI message being sent to ensure that the external text ID is correct and matches what is expected in the SAP system.
  If there are discrepancies, correct the EDI message or the data being sent.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to EDI configuration to ensure that all necessary steps have been followed.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the EDI process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as WE20 (Partner Profiles), WE21 (Ports), and SE63 (Translation).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to EDI processing and text ID mapping.
  Support: If the issue persists, 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_SD027 error and implement a solution to resolve it.