How To Fix FD252 - A reference to an outbound IDoc does not exist for inbound IDoc &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FD - EDI Messages in FI

• Message number: 252

• Message text: A reference to an outbound IDoc does not exist for inbound IDoc &

What causes this issue?

The specification of a cross-referenced outbound IDoc is missing in the
control data of intermediate document &V1&.

System Response

Termination of processing.

How to fix this error?

Check whether an outbound IDoc exists in the system. If necessary,
create a new outbound IDoc which is to be reprocessed by the EDI
subsystem.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FD252 - A reference to an outbound IDoc does not exist for inbound IDoc & ?

  The SAP error message FD252 indicates that there is an issue with the processing of an inbound IDoc (Intermediate Document) because it cannot find a corresponding outbound IDoc reference. This typically occurs in scenarios where the inbound IDoc is expected to be linked to an outbound IDoc, but the system cannot find that link.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Outbound IDoc: The outbound IDoc that should correspond to the inbound IDoc does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the IDoc processing settings, such as incorrect message types or partner profiles.
  IDoc Status Issues: The outbound IDoc may not have been processed correctly, leading to a missing reference.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be data integrity issues where the IDoc data does not match the expected format or content.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Outbound IDoc: Verify if the outbound IDoc exists in the system. You can use transaction code WE02 or WE05 to check for the outbound IDoc.
  Review IDoc Configuration: Ensure that the IDoc configuration is correct. Check the partner profiles (transaction code WE20) and ensure that the message types and process codes are set up correctly.
  Check IDoc Status: Look at the status of the outbound IDoc to ensure it has been processed successfully. If it is in an error status, you may need to reprocess it.
  Reprocess IDoc: If the outbound IDoc is missing or in error, you may need to recreate or reprocess it to establish the necessary link.
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or information that may provide more context on the issue.
  Data Validation: Ensure that the data being sent in the IDoc is valid and conforms to the expected structure and content.
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Types: Familiarize yourself with the specific IDoc types and their expected structures for the business process you are working with.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to IDoc processing that may address this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on IDoc processing and troubleshooting for more detailed guidance.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.