How To Fix IDOC_ADAPTER105 - IDoc adapter inbox: IDoc sender partner is initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDOC_ADAPTER - Messages for the IDoc Adapter

• Message number: 105

• Message text: IDoc adapter inbox: IDoc sender partner is initial

What causes this issue?

IDoc adapter inbound processing: The IDoc sender partner is initial.

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?

An IDoc was sent to IDoc adapter inbound processing whose sender
partner (number/type/role) is initial. This information is required
later to determine the business system instance for the routing.

Procedure for System Administrators

Contact your system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IDOC_ADAPTER105 - IDoc adapter inbox: IDoc sender partner is initial ?

  The SAP error message IDOC_ADAPTER105 indicates that there is an issue with the IDoc sender partner configuration in the IDoc adapter. Specifically, the error message "IDoc sender partner is initial" suggests that the system is unable to identify the sender partner for the IDoc being processed. This can occur for several reasons, and here are the potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Partner Profile: The sender partner profile may not be defined in the system, or it may not be correctly configured.
  Incorrect Logical System: The logical system for the sender may not be set up correctly in the SAP system.
  IDoc Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the IDoc configuration, such as missing or incorrect settings in the IDoc type or message type.
  Transport Issues: If the IDoc is being sent from a different system, there may be transport issues or connectivity problems.
  IDoc Metadata Issues: The IDoc metadata may not be correctly defined or may be missing.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Partner Profiles:
  
  Go to transaction WE20 and verify that the partner profile for the sender is correctly defined. Ensure that the correct logical system is assigned and that the necessary settings (like message type and IDoc type) are configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Logical System Configuration:
  
  Check the logical system configuration in transaction SM59 (RFC destinations) to ensure that the sender's logical system is correctly set up and reachable.
  
  
  
  Review IDoc Configuration:
  
  Use transaction WE30 to check the IDoc type and ensure that it is correctly defined. Make sure that the message type is also correctly configured in transaction WE81.
  
  
  
  Check IDoc Status:
  
  Use transaction WE02 to monitor the status of the IDocs. Look for any additional error messages or statuses that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Test Connectivity:
  
  If the IDoc is being sent from a different system, test the connectivity between the systems to ensure that there are no network issues.
  
  
  
  Review Application Logs:
  
  Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any related error messages that might provide more insight into the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Basics: Understanding the basics of IDocs, including the structure and types, can help in troubleshooting issues.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to IDoc processing and configuration.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on IDoc processing and configuration for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the IDoc sender partner being initial. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.