How To Fix IDOC_ADAPTER701 - IDoc syntax error: ALEAUDIT IDoc number & does not contain segment &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDOC_ADAPTER - Messages for the IDoc Adapter

• Message number: 701

• Message text: IDoc syntax error: ALEAUDIT IDoc number & does not contain segment &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IDOC_ADAPTER701 - IDoc syntax error: ALEAUDIT IDoc number & does not contain segment &1 ?

  The SAP error message IDOC_ADAPTER701 indicates that there is a syntax error in an IDoc (Intermediate Document) related to the ALE (Application Link Enabling) audit. Specifically, it states that the IDoc number provided does not contain a specific segment, which is identified by the placeholder &1.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Segment: The IDoc may be missing a required segment that is expected based on the IDoc type definition. This can happen if the IDoc was not constructed properly or if there was an issue during its generation.
  Incorrect IDoc Structure: The IDoc structure may not match the expected structure defined in the IDoc type. This can occur if there are changes in the IDoc type or if the IDoc is being processed in a system that has a different version of the IDoc definition.
  Data Corruption: The IDoc data may be corrupted or incomplete, leading to missing segments.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the ALE settings or in the partner profiles that affect how IDocs are processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check IDoc Structure: Verify the structure of the IDoc using transaction WE60 (IDoc Documentation) to ensure that the required segments are defined and present.
  Reprocess the IDoc: If the IDoc is found to be incomplete or incorrect, you may need to regenerate or reprocess the IDoc. This can be done by correcting the source data and triggering the IDoc generation again.
  Review IDoc Logs: Use transaction WE02 or WE05 to review the IDoc logs for more detailed error messages and to identify which segment is missing.
  Check Configuration: Review the ALE configuration and partner profiles in transaction WE20 to ensure that they are set up correctly and that the IDoc types are properly defined.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the IDoc processing to identify where the error occurs in the code.
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Types: Each IDoc type has a specific structure defined in the SAP system. Ensure that the IDoc type being used matches the expected structure.
  Segment Definitions: Each segment in an IDoc has a specific purpose and must be present for the IDoc to be processed correctly.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE02: Display IDocs
  WE05: IDoc List
  WE20: Partner Profiles
  WE60: IDoc Documentation
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues with specific IDoc types or configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.