How To Fix IDOC_ADAPTER101 - Inbound adapter: IDoc control record table does not contain any entries

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDOC_ADAPTER - Messages for the IDoc Adapter

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Inbound adapter: IDoc control record table does not contain any entries

What causes this issue?

IDoc adapter inbound processing: IDoc control record table contains no
entries.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

The IDoc adapter was called. The table with the IDoc control
records contains no entries. Check the call in the sender system.

Procedure for System Administrators

Contact your system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IDOC_ADAPTER101 - Inbound adapter: IDoc control record table does not contain any entries ?

  The SAP error message IDOC_ADAPTER101 indicates that the inbound IDoc adapter is unable to find any entries in the IDoc control record table. This typically occurs when there is an issue with the IDoc processing, and it can be caused by several factors. Below are the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error.
  Causes:
  
  No IDocs Available: There may be no IDocs available for processing in the specified control record table.
  Incorrect Configuration: The inbound IDoc adapter may not be correctly configured to read from the appropriate IDoc control record table.
  IDoc Status: The IDocs may be in a status that does not allow them to be processed (e.g., status 30 - "IDoc is in error").
  Data Transfer Issues: There may have been issues during the data transfer process, leading to missing or incomplete IDoc records.
  Authorization Issues: The user or process attempting to access the IDoc control records may not have the necessary authorizations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check IDoc Status: Use transaction code WE02 or WE05 to check the status of the IDocs. Ensure that the IDocs are in a processable state (e.g., status 03 - "IDoc ready for dispatch").
  Verify Configuration: Ensure that the inbound IDoc adapter is correctly configured. Check the settings in transaction code WE20 (Partner Profiles) and ensure that the correct message type and process code are set up.
  Monitor IDoc Processing: Use transaction code SM58 to check for any errors in the asynchronous RFC calls that may have affected IDoc processing.
  Check for Missing IDocs: If IDocs are expected but not found, investigate the source system to ensure that IDocs are being generated and sent correctly.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user or process has the necessary authorizations to access and process IDocs.
  Reprocess IDocs: If IDocs are in error status, you may need to correct the underlying issue and reprocess them using transaction code BD87.
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Control Record Table: The IDoc control record table (EDIDC) contains metadata about the IDocs, including their status and processing information.
  IDoc Types: Familiarize yourself with the different types of IDocs and their respective message types, as this can help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to IDoc processing and the error message IDOC_ADAPTER101.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on IDoc processing and troubleshooting for more detailed guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the IDOC_ADAPTER101 error and implement a solution to resolve it.