How To Fix /SCTM/OCB_EDI110 - Shipment &1 was not posted (document category &2, business system &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCTM/OCB_EDI -

• Message number: 110

• Message text: Shipment &1 was not posted (document category &2, business system &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCTM/OCB_EDI110 - Shipment &1 was not posted (document category &2, business system &3) ?

  The SAP error message /SCTM/OCB_EDI110 Shipment &1 was not posted (document category &2, business system &3) typically occurs in the context of the SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) module, particularly when dealing with the Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) for shipment processing. This error indicates that a shipment document could not be posted due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration problems in the EDI settings or in the shipment processing settings.
  Missing Data: Required fields or data might be missing in the shipment document, preventing it from being posted.
  Inconsistent Data: The data in the shipment document may not be consistent with the expected format or values.
  Business System Issues: The business system specified in the error message may not be correctly configured or may not exist.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may not have the necessary authorizations to post the shipment.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database or application server.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the EDI configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure they are correctly set up for the shipment processing.
  Validate Data: Ensure that all required fields in the shipment document are filled out correctly and that the data is consistent.
  Review Business System: Verify that the business system specified in the error message is correctly configured and active in the system.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user or system has the necessary authorizations to perform the posting action.
  Analyze Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into the root cause.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error details and any relevant logs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCTM/OCB for monitoring and managing EDI processes.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message for any patches or updates that may resolve the issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed and resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.