How To Fix IDOC_METADATA433 - Metadata for port '&' not yet loaded

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDOC_METADATA - Messages for metadata for the IDoc adapter

• Message number: 433

• Message text: Metadata for port '&' not yet loaded

What causes this issue?

You can change segment version only for structure descriptions that
have already been loaded.
You wanted to maintain the segment version for the basic type
&V2& and extension &V3& (port &V1&), however, the structure
description has not yet been loaded.

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?

Load the structure descriptions first.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IDOC_METADATA433 - Metadata for port '&' not yet loaded ?

  The SAP error message IDOC_METADATA433 indicates that the metadata for a specified port has not yet been loaded. This typically occurs in the context of IDoc processing, where the system is unable to find the necessary metadata for the communication port defined in the IDoc configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Port Not Configured: The specified port may not be properly configured in the SAP system.
  Metadata Not Loaded: The metadata for the port has not been loaded into the system, which can happen if the port is newly created or if there are issues with the configuration.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system (e.g., from development to production), the transport might not have included the necessary metadata.
  System Issues: There may be underlying issues with the SAP system that prevent the loading of metadata.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Port Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction WE21 (IDoc Interface) and verify that the port is correctly configured.
  Ensure that the port type (e.g., file, tRFC, etc.) is correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Load Metadata:
  
  If the port is newly created, you may need to load the metadata manually. This can often be done by executing a program or transaction that initializes the metadata for the port.
  You can also try to re-save the port configuration to trigger the loading of metadata.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the port was transported, ensure that the transport request included all necessary objects. You may need to re-transport the configuration or manually adjust the settings in the target system.
  
  
  
  System Restart:
  
  In some cases, a restart of the relevant SAP services or the entire system may help in loading the metadata.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to IDoc processing and metadata loading for any specific instructions or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Types: Ensure that the IDoc types associated with the port are correctly defined and activated.
  Partner Profiles: Check the partner profiles (transaction WE20) to ensure that the communication settings are correct.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.