How To Fix RSM573 - This IDoc is already updated and cannot be updated again

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM -

• Message number: 573

• Message text: This IDoc is already updated and cannot be updated again

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM573 - This IDoc is already updated and cannot be updated again ?

  The SAP error message RSM573 indicates that an IDoc (Intermediate Document) has already been processed and updated in the system, and therefore cannot be updated again. This error typically occurs when there is an attempt to reprocess an IDoc that has already been successfully processed, or when there is an attempt to update the status of an IDoc that is already in a completed state.
  Causes:
  
  Duplicate Processing: The IDoc has already been processed, and there is an attempt to process it again.
  Incorrect Status Handling: The IDoc might be in a status that does not allow for further updates (e.g., status 53 - "Application document posted").
  Manual Intervention: Manual changes or attempts to reprocess an IDoc that has already been completed.
  System Errors: Issues in the IDoc processing logic or errors in the application that handles IDocs.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check IDoc Status: Use transaction WE02 or WE05 to check the status of the IDoc. If it has already been processed, you will need to determine if further action is necessary.
  Avoid Reprocessing: Ensure that you are not attempting to reprocess IDocs that have already been successfully processed. If you need to make changes, consider creating a new IDoc instead.
  Error Handling: If the IDoc processing failed and you need to correct it, you may need to analyze the root cause of the failure and create a new IDoc with the correct data.
  Consult Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific IDoc type you are working with to understand its processing logic and any constraints on reprocessing.
  Custom Logic: If you have custom logic that processes IDocs, ensure that it correctly handles the status of IDocs and does not attempt to reprocess them unnecessarily.
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Status Codes: Familiarize yourself with the various IDoc status codes to understand what each status means and how it affects processing.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like WE02, WE05, and BD87 for monitoring and managing IDocs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to IDoc processing and the RSM573 error.
  Debugging: If you have access to development tools, consider debugging the IDoc processing logic to identify any issues in the code that may lead to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the RSM573 error and ensure proper handling of IDocs in your SAP system.