How To Fix OQ_H117 - IDoc type &1 does not exist. Deletion is thus not necessary

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OQ_H - IS-Oil SSR : Message pool Interfaces/IAC/BAPI development

• Message number: 117

• Message text: IDoc type &1 does not exist. Deletion is thus not necessary

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OQ_H117 - IDoc type &1 does not exist. Deletion is thus not necessary ?

  The SAP error message OQ_H117 indicates that the system is trying to delete an IDoc (Intermediate Document) of a specific type, but it cannot find the IDoc type specified in the error message. This typically occurs in scenarios where IDocs are being processed, and the system is attempting to perform operations on IDocs that are not defined or have been deleted.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent IDoc Type: The IDoc type specified in the error message does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo, or the IDoc type may not have been created or activated.
  Configuration Issues: The IDoc type may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the inability to find it.
  Transport Issues: If the IDoc type was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or may not exist in the target system.
  Deletion Attempt: The system is attempting to delete an IDoc that is not present, which is unnecessary.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check IDoc Type: Verify that the IDoc type specified in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to transaction code WE30 (IDoc Type Development) and checking if the IDoc type is listed.
  Create/Activate IDoc Type: If the IDoc type does not exist, you may need to create it or activate it if it is in a development state.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the IDoc type is correctly configured in the relevant settings. This includes checking the partner profiles (transaction code WE20) and ensuring that the IDoc type is correctly assigned.
  Check Transport Logs: If the IDoc type was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that the IDoc type is present in the target system.
  Review Deletion Logic: If the deletion of the IDoc is not necessary, review the logic in the program or process that is attempting to delete the IDoc. You may need to modify the code to prevent it from trying to delete non-existent IDocs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Types: IDocs are used for data interchange between SAP systems and external systems. Each IDoc type has a specific structure and purpose.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE30: To view and manage IDoc types.
  WE20: To manage partner profiles and settings related to IDocs.
  WE02: To monitor IDocs and check their status.
  
  
  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 resolve the OQ_H117 error and ensure that your IDoc processing works as intended.