How To Fix EPIC_EXAMPLE_CN_IMPL021 - ABC Response received successfully, but transaction failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPIC_EXAMPLE_CN_IMPL - EXAMPLE ONLY - NOT FOR USE IN PRODUCTION SYSTEMS

• Message number: 021

• Message text: ABC Response received successfully, but transaction failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPIC_EXAMPLE_CN_IMPL021 - ABC Response received successfully, but transaction failed ?

  The SAP error message "EPIC_EXAMPLE_CN_IMPL021 ABC Response received successfully, but transaction failed" typically indicates that while a response was received from an external system or service, the subsequent transaction processing within SAP encountered an issue that prevented it from completing successfully. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during integration scenarios, data processing, or when interfacing with external applications.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Data Validation Errors: The data received from the external system may not meet the validation criteria set in SAP, leading to a failure in processing the transaction.
  Mapping Issues: There could be discrepancies in how data fields are mapped between the external system and SAP, causing the transaction to fail.
  Business Logic Failures: The transaction may violate business rules or logic defined in SAP, resulting in a failure.
  System Configuration: Incorrect configuration settings in SAP or the external system can lead to transaction failures.
  Network or Communication Issues: Although the response was received, there may have been issues in the communication that affected the transaction processing.
  Authorization Issues: The user or process attempting to execute the transaction may lack the necessary permissions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) and system logs (transaction SM21) for detailed error messages that can provide insights into why the transaction failed.
  Data Validation: Ensure that the data received from the external system is valid and meets all required criteria. You may need to implement additional validation checks.
  Mapping Review: Verify the mapping of fields between the external system and SAP to ensure that all necessary data is correctly aligned.
  Business Rules Review: Check the business logic and rules defined in SAP to ensure that the transaction complies with them.
  Configuration Check: Review the configuration settings in both SAP and the external system to ensure they are correctly set up for the integration.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user or process has the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction.
  Testing: Conduct thorough testing of the integration scenario to identify and resolve any issues before going live.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on similar issues.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific integration scenario or module you are working with to understand the expected behavior and requirements.
  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 root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.