How To Fix R3106 - IDoc type & does not exist in source system &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R3 - Service API messages

• Message number: 106

• Message text: IDoc type & does not exist in source system &

What causes this issue?

Transfer structure &V3& must be included in IDoc type &V1&.
The structure of IDoc type &V1& is, however not available in source
system &V2&, meaning IDoc type &V1& is either not available at all or
incorrect.

System Response

The action was terminated and data changes were reset.

How to fix this error?

RESET N1
Determine the error using the generation log in source system &V2& and
remove the cause of the error.
Delete source system &V2&, and recreate it.
Check whether the IDoc type &V1& in source system &V2& was deleted.
Delete source system &V2&, and recreate it.
<ZH>Warning</>
Dependent objects (transfer structures) will also be deleted.
Technical information
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R3106 - IDoc type & does not exist in source system & ?

  The SAP error message R3106 indicates that the specified IDoc type does not exist in the source system. This error typically occurs during the processing of IDocs, which are used for data interchange between SAP systems and external systems.
  Cause:
  
  IDoc Type Not Defined: The IDoc type specified in the message is not defined in the source system. This could be due to a missing configuration or an incorrect IDoc type name.
  Transport Issues: If the IDoc type was recently created or modified, it may not have been transported to the source system.
  Namespace Issues: The IDoc type may exist in a different namespace or client, leading to the system not recognizing it.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the IDoc processing may be incorrect, leading to the system not being able to find the IDoc type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check IDoc Type Definition:
  
  Go to transaction WE30 (IDoc Type Development) and verify if the IDoc type exists in the source system.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or transport it from another system.
  
  
  
  Transport IDoc Type:
  
  If the IDoc type exists in another system (like a development or quality system), ensure that it has been properly transported to the source system using the transport management system.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in transaction WE20 (Partner Profiles) to ensure that the IDoc type is correctly assigned to the relevant partner profile.
  Ensure that the message type associated with the IDoc type is also correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Namespaces:
  
  If you are using custom IDoc types, ensure that the namespace is correctly defined and that you are referencing the correct IDoc type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or notes from SAP regarding the specific IDoc type you are working with, as there may be additional considerations or prerequisites.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the IDoc processing again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Types: IDocs are structured data formats used for data exchange in SAP. Each IDoc type corresponds to a specific business process.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE30: IDoc Type Development
  WE20: Partner Profiles
  WE02: IDoc Display
  WE19: IDoc Test Tool
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the specific IDoc type you are working with.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.