How To Fix ICL_IDOC005 - No invoice item number found in segment &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICL_IDOC - Messages for IDoc Processing

• Message number: 005

• Message text: No invoice item number found in segment &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICL_IDOC005 - No invoice item number found in segment &1 ?

  The SAP error message ICL_IDOC005: No invoice item number found in segment &1 typically occurs during the processing of an IDoc (Intermediate Document) related to invoicing in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system expected to find an invoice item number in a specific segment of the IDoc, but it was not present.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause of this error is that the IDoc being processed does not contain the required invoice item number in the specified segment. This could be due to:
  
  Incorrectly formatted IDoc data.
  Missing fields in the IDoc.
  Issues during the generation of the IDoc from the source system.
  
  
  
  Mapping Issues: If there are discrepancies in the mapping between the source system and the target SAP system, it may lead to missing fields.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the IDoc processing settings or the related message type can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check IDoc Data: 
  
  Use transaction WE02 or WE05 to display the IDoc and check the segments for the missing invoice item number. Look for the segment indicated in the error message.
  Ensure that the invoice item number is correctly populated in the IDoc.
  
  
  
  Review IDoc Generation: 
  
  If the IDoc is generated from another system, check the source system's configuration and data to ensure that all required fields are being populated correctly.
  
  
  
  Mapping Verification: 
  
  Verify the mapping of fields between the source system and the SAP system. Ensure that the invoice item number is correctly mapped to the appropriate segment in the IDoc.
  
  
  
  Configuration Check: 
  
  Review the configuration settings for the IDoc processing in transaction WE20 (Partner Profiles) and WE21 (IDoc Types). Ensure that the message type and IDoc type are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Error Handling: 
  
  Implement error handling in your IDoc processing logic to manage cases where required fields are missing. This can include logging errors and notifying relevant personnel.
  
  
  
  Testing: 
  
  After making corrections, test the IDoc processing with sample data to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Segments: Familiarize yourself with the structure of the IDoc and the specific segments that are relevant to invoicing. This can be done using transaction WE30 to view the IDoc type definition.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to IDoc processing and invoicing to understand the expected data structure and requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.