How To Fix SDX249 - File &1, line &2: Sender-partner number must not be initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDX - Mass Data Transfer Workbench Using BAPIs

• Message number: 249

• Message text: File &1, line &2: Sender-partner number must not be initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDX249 - File &1, line &2: Sender-partner number must not be initial ?

  The SAP error message SDX249 indicates that there is an issue with the sender partner number in a specific file or line of code. This error typically occurs in the context of IDoc processing or when dealing with partner profiles in the SAP system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Initial Sender Partner Number: The error message specifically states that the sender partner number must not be initial (i.e., it cannot be empty or null). This means that the system is expecting a valid partner number to be provided, but it is not present in the data being processed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the partner profiles or the IDoc settings that leads to the absence of a sender partner number.
  Data Issues: The data being processed may be incomplete or incorrectly formatted, leading to the absence of the required partner number.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Partner Profile: 
  
  Go to transaction code WE20 to check the partner profiles. Ensure that the sender partner number is correctly defined and that it is not left blank.
  Verify that the partner type and other relevant settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review IDoc Data:
  
  If you are processing IDocs, check the IDoc data to ensure that the sender partner number is populated correctly. You can use transaction code WE02 or WE05 to view the IDoc details.
  If the IDoc is generated from an application, ensure that the application is correctly populating the sender partner number.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the relevant ABAP code to see where the sender partner number is being set and why it might be empty.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or process you are working with. There may be specific requirements or configurations needed for the sender partner number.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may have additional insights or patches that can resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Processing: Understanding how IDocs work in SAP can help in troubleshooting issues related to partner numbers. Familiarize yourself with the IDoc structure and the role of partner profiles.
  Partner Profiles: Partner profiles define the communication settings for different partners in SAP. Ensure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as WE20 (Partner Profiles), WE02 (IDoc Display), and WE05 (IDoc Monitoring) for troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the SDX249 error message in SAP.