How To Fix IHC_TEST_MESSAGES164 - Error sending IDoc &1 (PID: &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IHC_TEST_MESSAGES - Messages for IHC Test Programs

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Error sending IDoc &1 (PID: &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IHC_TEST_MESSAGES164 - Error sending IDoc &1 (PID: &2) ?

  The SAP error message IHC_TEST_MESSAGES164 indicates an issue with sending an IDoc (Intermediate Document) in the context of the SAP Integrated Communication (IHC) framework. This error typically arises when there is a problem with the configuration or the communication setup for IDocs.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect settings in the IDoc configuration, such as partner profiles, port definitions, or logical systems.
  Network Problems: Issues with the network connectivity between the SAP system and the target system where the IDoc is being sent.
  IDoc Format Errors: The IDoc may not be formatted correctly or may contain invalid data.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may not have the necessary authorizations to send IDocs.
  System Performance: High load on the system or background jobs that are affecting the processing of IDocs.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check IDoc Configuration:
  
  Verify the partner profiles (WE20) and ensure that the settings for