How To Fix /ISDFPS/PM_DIS222 - ...Error: Cannot process IDoc (formatting error)

/ISDFPS/PM_DIS222 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/PM_DIS -

• Message number: 222

• Message text: ...Error: Cannot process IDoc (formatting error)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/PM_DIS222 - ...Error: Cannot process IDoc (formatting error) ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/PM_DIS222 with the description "Cannot process IDoc (formatting error)" typically indicates that there is an issue with the format of the IDoc being processed. This can occur for various reasons, including incorrect data structure, missing mandatory fields, or data type mismatches.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect IDoc Structure: The IDoc may not conform to the expected structure defined in the IDoc type.
  Missing Mandatory Fields: Required fields in the IDoc may be missing or not populated correctly.
  Data Type Mismatches: The data types of the fields in the IDoc may not match the expected types in the target system.
  Invalid Characters: The IDoc may contain invalid characters that are not allowed in the target system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the IDoc processing in the SAP system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check IDoc Structure: Verify that the IDoc structure matches the expected format. You can use transaction WE60 to view the IDoc documentation and ensure