How To Fix IHC_IDOC608 - Recipient name is missing (address data)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IHC_IDOC - Messages for Payment Order by IDoc

• Message number: 608

• Message text: Recipient name is missing (address data)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IHC_IDOC608 - Recipient name is missing (address data) ?

  The SAP error message IHC_IDOC608: Recipient name is missing (address data) typically occurs in the context of the SAP Intercompany Holding (IHC) module when there is an issue with the recipient's address data in an IDoc (Intermediate Document) that is being processed. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary recipient information, which is essential for the successful processing of intercompany transactions.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Address Data: The recipient's address data (such as name, street, city, etc.) is not maintained in the relevant master data records.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the IHC or IDoc processing may not be set up correctly, leading to missing or incomplete data.
  Data Transfer Issues: There may be issues with the data transfer from the sending system to the receiving system, resulting in incomplete address information.
  Master Data Issues: The vendor or customer master data may not be fully maintained, leading to missing fields that are required for IDoc processing.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that the recipient's master data (vendor or customer) is complete and correctly maintained. Ensure that all necessary address fields are filled out.
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., XK03 for vendors or XD03 for customers) and check the address details.
  
  
  
  Review IDoc Structure: Analyze the IDoc structure to ensure that the address fields are correctly populated. You can use transaction WE02 or WE05 to view the IDoc and its segments.
  
  
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings for the IHC and IDoc processing. Ensure that the settings for address data are correctly defined.
  
  Use transaction SPRO to access the configuration settings related to IHC and IDocs.
  
  
  
  Error Logs: Review the error logs for any additional information that may help identify the root cause of the issue. This can provide insights into what specific data is missing.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary corrections, test the IDoc processing again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Types: Familiarize yourself with the specific IDoc types used in your intercompany processes, as different IDoc types may have different requirements for address data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling this error.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for the IHC module and IDoc processing for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the IHC_IDOC608 error message.