How To Fix OE616 - No message type chosen for IDoc processing!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OE - IS-Oil: ITA/TPI messages

• Message number: 616

• Message text: No message type chosen for IDoc processing!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OE616 - No message type chosen for IDoc processing! ?

  The SAP error message OE616: No message type chosen for IDoc processing typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of IDoc processing in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system cannot determine which message type to use for processing the IDoc, which is essential for the successful exchange of data between systems.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The message type for the IDoc has not been defined in the relevant configuration settings.
  Incorrect Partner Profile: The partner profile for the sender or receiver may not be correctly set up, leading to the system not knowing which message type to use.
  IDoc Type Not Assigned: The IDoc type may not be assigned to the message type in the IDoc configuration.
  Transport Issues: If the IDoc is being sent between different systems, there may be transport issues or missing configurations in the target system.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they may not be correctly handling the message type.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Partner Profiles:
  
  Go to transaction WE20 and check the partner profiles for both the sender and receiver. Ensure that the message type is correctly defined and that the necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Verify IDoc Configuration:
  
  Use transaction WE30 to check the IDoc type and ensure that it is correctly assigned to the message type.
  Use transaction WE81 to check the message types and ensure that they are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Assign Message Type:
  
  If the message type is missing, you may need to create or assign it in the relevant configuration settings. This can be done in transaction WE81.
  
  
  
  Check IDoc Processing Settings:
  
  Ensure that the IDoc processing settings are correctly configured in transaction WE42 for inbound processing and WE41 for outbound processing.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom developments related to IDoc processing, review the code to ensure that it correctly handles the message types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the IDoc processing again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Types: IDocs are structured data formats used for data interchange between SAP systems and external systems. Each IDoc has a specific type and message type.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE20: Partner Profiles
  WE30: IDoc Types
  WE81: Message Types
  WE42: Inbound Processing
  WE41: Outbound Processing
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to IDoc processing and the specific error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the OE616 error in your SAP system.