How To Fix IHC268 - Outbound IDoc &1 is used for partner type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IHC - IHC Messages

• Message number: 268

• Message text: Outbound IDoc &1 is used for partner type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IHC268 - Outbound IDoc &1 is used for partner type &2 ?

  The SAP error message IHC268 indicates that there is an issue with the outbound IDoc (Intermediate Document) being used for a specific partner type. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's IDoc processing, particularly when dealing with the Integration of different systems or modules.
  Cause:
  The error message IHC268 occurs when:
  
  An outbound IDoc is being sent to a partner that is not configured to receive that specific type of IDoc.
  The partner type specified in the IDoc configuration does not match the expected partner type for the IDoc being sent.
  There may be a misconfiguration in the partner profile or the IDoc type settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IHC268 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Partner Profile Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code WE20 to check the partner profiles for the relevant partner.
  Ensure that the partner type (e.g., LS for logical systems, KU for customers, etc.) is correctly set up to handle the specific IDoc type being sent.
  
  
  
  Verify IDoc Type:
  
  Use transaction code WE30 to check the IDoc type being used.
  Ensure that the IDoc type is correctly defined and that it is compatible with the partner type.
  
  
  
  Review Outbound IDoc Settings:
  
  Check the outbound IDoc settings in transaction code WE81 to ensure that the IDoc type is correctly assigned to the partner type.
  
  
  
  Check Message Type:
  
  Ensure that the message type associated with the IDoc is correctly configured in the partner profile.
  
  
  
  Test IDoc Generation:
  
  Use transaction code WE19 to test the generation of the IDoc manually. This can help identify if the issue is with the IDoc generation or the partner configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to IDoc processing and partner profiles for any specific configurations or requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Basics: Understanding the structure and purpose of IDocs in SAP can help in troubleshooting issues related to data exchange.
  Partner Profiles: Familiarity with partner profiles and their configurations is crucial for successful IDoc communication.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE20: Partner Profiles
  WE30: IDoc Types
  WE81: Message Types
  WE19: Test IDoc
  
  
  
  By following these steps and ensuring that the configurations are correct, you should be able to resolve the IHC268 error and successfully process the outbound IDoc.