How To Fix FD120 - Intermediate document is not known

FD120 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FD - EDI Messages in FI

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Intermediate document is not known

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FD120 - Intermediate document is not known ?

  The SAP error message FD120, which states "Intermediate document is not known," typically occurs when there is an issue with the processing of Intermediate Documents (IDocs) in the SAP system. IDocs are used for data interchange between SAP systems and external systems, and this error indicates that the system cannot find the specified IDoc.
  Causes of FD120 Error
  
  
  IDoc Not Created: The IDoc may not have been created successfully in the first place. This could be due to issues in the sending system or during the IDoc generation process.
  
  
  IDoc Deletion: The IDoc might have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for processing.
  
  
  Incorrect IDoc Number: The IDoc number being referenced may be incorrect or mistyped.
  
  
  IDoc Status: The IDoc may be in a status that does not allow it to be processed (e.g., it may be in an error status).
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the ALE (Application Link Enabling) settings