How To Fix PI_IHC016 - Invalid message type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PI_IHC - Message Class for IHC Plug-In

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Invalid message type &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PI_IHC016 - Invalid message type & ?

  The SAP error message PI_IHC016 "Invalid message type &" typically occurs in the context of SAP Process Integration (PI) or SAP Process Orchestration (PO) when there is an issue with the message type being used in an integration scenario. This error indicates that the system does not recognize the specified message type, which can lead to failures in message processing.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Message Type: The message type specified in the integration scenario may not exist or may be misspelled.
  Configuration Issues: The message type may not be properly configured in the Integration Directory or may not be assigned to the correct interface.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a mismatch between the versions of the message type in the sender and receiver systems.
  Transport Issues: If the message type was recently transported from one system to another, it may not have been activated or may be missing in the target system.
  Namespace Issues: The message type may be in a different namespace than expected, leading to recognition issues.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Message Type: Check the message type in the relevant configuration (e.g., Integration Directory, Enterprise Services Repository) to ensure it is correctly defined and spelled.
  Check Configuration: Ensure that the message type is correctly assigned to the appropriate interfaces in the Integration Directory.
  Activate Objects: If the message type was recently transported, ensure that it has been activated in the target system.
  Review Versions: Confirm that the versions of the message type in both the sender and receiver systems are compatible.
  Namespace Check: Ensure that the message type is in the correct namespace and that the namespace is correctly defined in the configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SXMB_MONI (for monitoring messages) or SPRO (for configuration) to investigate further.
  Logs and Traces: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) and the integration monitoring tools for more detailed error messages and context.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or community forums for specific guidance related to your version of SAP PI/PO and the specific message type you are working with.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific message type or error.