How To Fix /ISDFPS/PM_DIS204 - ...Error: message type &1 (previous IDoc No. &2) not formatted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/PM_DIS -

• Message number: 204

• Message text: ...Error: message type &1 (previous IDoc No. &2) not formatted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/PM_DIS204 - ...Error: message type &1 (previous IDoc No. &2) not formatted ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/PM_DIS204 ...Error: message type &1 (previous IDoc No. &2) not formatted typically occurs in the context of IDoc processing, particularly when dealing with the distribution of data between systems. This error indicates that there is an issue with the formatting of the IDoc message type specified.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Message Type: The message type specified in the IDoc may not be recognized or may not be properly defined in the system.
  IDoc Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the IDoc settings, such as missing segments or incorrect mapping.
  Data Issues: The data being sent in the IDoc may not conform to the expected format or structure, leading to parsing errors.
  Version Mismatch: There could be a mismatch between the IDoc version being sent and the version expected by the receiving system.
  Custom Development: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the IDoc processing logic, they may not be handling the message type correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Message Type Configuration: Verify that the message type specified in the error is correctly defined in the IDoc configuration. You can do this by checking transaction WE30 (IDoc types) and WE81 (Message types).
  Review IDoc Segments: Ensure that all required segments for the message type are present and correctly formatted. Use transaction WE19 to simulate the IDoc and check for any formatting issues.
  Validate Data: Check the data being sent in the IDoc for any inconsistencies or formatting errors. Ensure that all mandatory fields are populated correctly.
  Check for Custom Logic: If there are any custom enhancements or modifications, review the code to ensure that it is correctly handling the message type and formatting.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues with the specific message type or IDoc processing.
  Test with Different Data: If possible, test the IDoc processing with different data to see if the issue persists, which can help isolate the problem.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE02: Display IDoc
  WE19: Test IDoc
  WE30: IDoc Types
  WE81: Message Types
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on IDoc processing and troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.