How To Fix ME771 - IDoc type does not exist or is blocked

ME771 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 771

• Message text: IDoc type does not exist or is blocked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME771 - IDoc type does not exist or is blocked ?

  The SAP error message "ME771 IDoc type does not exist or is blocked" typically occurs when there is an issue with the IDoc (Intermediate Document) type that is being used in the context of a specific process, such as purchasing or logistics. This error can arise in various scenarios, particularly when trying to process or send IDocs related to purchasing documents.
  Causes:
  
  IDoc Type Not Defined: The IDoc type specified in the process does not exist in the system. This could be due to a configuration issue or a missing IDoc type.
  IDoc Type Blocked: The IDoc type exists but is marked as blocked in the system, preventing it from being used.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the IDoc type may not be set up correctly, leading to the error.
  Transport Issues: If the IDoc type was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Authorization Issues: The user