How To Fix EDTALE020 - Message type &1 cannot be generated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDTALE - EDT-ALE Messages

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Message type &1 cannot be generated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDTALE020 - Message type &1 cannot be generated ?

  The SAP error message EDTALE020, which states "Message type &1 cannot be generated," typically occurs in the context of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) or IDoc processing. This error indicates that the system is unable to generate a specific message type, which can be due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  
  Message Type Not Defined: The specified message type may not be defined in the system. This can happen if the message type is not configured in the relevant EDI or IDoc settings.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the message type in the partner profile or the IDoc type.
  
  
  Missing or Incomplete Data: Required data for generating the message type may be missing or incomplete, leading to the inability to generate the message.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user or process attempting to generate the message may not have the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the communication layer or the EDI subsystem.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Message Type Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code WE30 (IDoc Types) and verify that the message type is defined.
  Use transaction WE81 to check if the message type is correctly assigned to the relevant IDoc type.
  
  
  
  Review Partner Profile:
  
  Use transaction WE20 to check the partner profile settings. Ensure that the message type is correctly configured for the partner.
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  Ensure that all required fields and data are populated correctly in the IDoc or EDI message. Check for any missing mandatory fields.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user or process has the necessary authorizations to generate the message type. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or details that can provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific message type for any known issues or additional configuration steps.
  
  
  
  Technical Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your technical team for further investigation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE30: IDoc Types
  WE20: Partner Profiles
  WE81: Message Types
  SLG1: Application Log
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to the message type in question.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on EDI and IDoc processing.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EDTALE020 error and implement a solution to resolve it.