How To Fix FD002 - Intermediate document & does not contain a sender segment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FD - EDI Messages in FI

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Intermediate document & does not contain a sender segment

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FD002 - Intermediate document & does not contain a sender segment ?

  The SAP error message FD002, which states "Intermediate document & does not contain a sender segment," typically occurs in the context of IDoc processing. IDocs (Intermediate Documents) are used in SAP for data interchange between SAP systems and external systems. The error indicates that the IDoc being processed is missing a crucial segment that identifies the sender of the document.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Sender Segment: The IDoc does not have the required sender segment (e.g., EDI_DC40) that contains information about the sender's system and other metadata.
  Incorrect IDoc Structure: The IDoc might be incorrectly structured or corrupted, leading to missing segments.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the IDoc type or the message type in the SAP system.
  Data Transfer Issues: Problems during the data transfer process could lead to incomplete IDoc data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check IDoc Structure: Use transaction WE02 or WE05 to display the IDoc and verify its structure. Ensure that the sender segment is present.
  Reprocess the IDoc: If the IDoc is found to be incomplete, you may need to reprocess it or regenerate it from the source system.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the IDoc type and message type in transaction WE20 (Partner Profiles) and WE30 (IDoc Types). Ensure that the sender and receiver settings are correctly defined.
  Error Handling: If the IDoc is being generated from an external system, check the sending system's configuration to ensure it is correctly populating the sender segment.
  Consult Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Types: Familiarize yourself with the specific IDoc type being used and its required segments.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues related to IDoc processing and the FD002 error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on IDoc processing for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  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 FD002 error and implement a solution to resolve it.