How To Fix IDOC_ADAPTER209 - MSGGUID &1: Control record must start with tag EDI_DC40, not &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDOC_ADAPTER - Messages for the IDoc Adapter

• Message number: 209

• Message text: MSGGUID &1: Control record must start with tag EDI_DC40, not &2

What causes this issue?

MSGGUID &: Control record must start with <EDI_DC40 segment="1"> and
not &.

System Response

The XML format does not correspond with the schema of the XML IDoc.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the XML format corresponds to a schema of an XML IDoc in
the Integration Repository.
Use transaction WE60 in an SAP system to also look at the DTD belonging
to an IDoc type.

Procedure for System Administrators

Contact your system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IDOC_ADAPTER209 - MSGGUID &1: Control record must start with tag EDI_DC40, not &2 ?

  The SAP error message IDOC_ADAPTER209 with the message ID "MSGGUID &1: Control record must start with tag EDI_DC40, not &2" indicates that there is an issue with the structure of the IDoc being processed. Specifically, the control record of the IDoc is expected to start with the tag "EDI_DC40," but it is starting with a different tag (represented by &2 in the error message).
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect IDoc Structure: The IDoc being sent or received does not conform to the expected structure. The control record is not formatted correctly, which can happen if the IDoc is manually created or if there is an issue with the generating system.
  Version Mismatch: The IDoc might be using an outdated or incorrect version that does not match the expected format in the receiving system.
  Data Corruption: The IDoc data may have been corrupted during transmission or processing, leading to an incorrect control record.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check IDoc Structure: Verify that the IDoc being sent has the correct structure. The control record should start with "EDI_DC40." You can use transaction WE19 (IDoc test tool) to simulate and test IDocs.
  Review IDoc Generation: If the IDoc is being generated by an external system, check the configuration and mapping in that system to ensure it is generating IDocs in the correct format.
  Validate IDoc Version: Ensure that the IDoc version being used is compatible with the receiving system. If necessary, update the IDoc version in the sending system.
  Check for Data Corruption: If the IDoc was transmitted over a network, check for any issues that might have caused data corruption. You may need to resend the IDoc.
  Debugging: If you have access to the SAP system, you can use transaction WE02 or WE05 to analyze the IDoc and see the details of the error. This can provide more context on what went wrong.
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Control Record: The control record (EDI_DC40) contains metadata about the IDoc, such as the message type, sender, receiver, and other important information.
  IDoc Types: Familiarize yourself with the IDoc types and their structures relevant to your business processes. This can help in troubleshooting issues related to IDocs.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to IDoc processing that might address this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on IDocs for more detailed information on the expected structure and common issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the IDoc error.