How To Fix IDOC_ADAPTER457 - Structure information not loaded; '&1' missing

IDOC_ADAPTER457 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDOC_ADAPTER - Messages for the IDoc Adapter

• Message number: 457

• Message text: Structure information not loaded; '&1' missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IDOC_ADAPTER457 - Structure information not loaded; '&1' missing ?

  The SAP error message IDOC_ADAPTER457 indicates that the structure information for an IDoc is not loaded, and it specifies that a particular component (denoted by &1) is missing. This error typically occurs in the context of IDoc processing when the system cannot find the necessary metadata or structure definitions for the IDoc type being processed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing IDoc Structure: The IDoc structure (e.g., the segment definitions) is not available in the system. This can happen if the IDoc type has not been properly defined or activated.
  Transport Issues: If the IDoc type was recently transported from another system, the transport might not have included all necessary components.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the IDoc settings or the relevant application area.
  Version Mismatch: The version of the IDoc being processed may not match the version expected by the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check IDoc Type Definition:
  
  Go to transaction WE30 (IDoc Types) and verify that the IDoc type