How To Fix SOA_SD023 - Only action codes 01, 03, and 04 are supported for partner entities.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SOA_SD - Messages for SOA Processing in SD

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Only action codes 01, 03, and 04 are supported for partner entities.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SOA_SD023 - Only action codes 01, 03, and 04 are supported for partner entities. ?

  The SAP error message SOA_SD023 indicates that there is an issue with the action codes being used in a service-oriented architecture (SOA) scenario, particularly when dealing with partner entities. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's integration scenarios, such as when using SAP Process Integration (PI) or SAP Process Orchestration (PO).
  Cause:
  The error message "Only action codes 01, 03, and 04 are supported for partner entities" suggests that the action code being used in the request does not match the expected values. The action codes represent different operations that can be performed on partner entities, and in this case, only the following codes are valid:
  
  01: Create
  03: Update
  04: Delete
  
  If an action code other than these (e.g., 02 for "Read") is used, the system will throw this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Check the Action Code: Review the action code being sent in the request. Ensure that it is one of the supported codes (01, 03, or 04).
  Modify the Request: If the action code is incorrect, modify the request to use one of the valid action codes.
  Review Integration Logic: If the action code is dynamically generated or derived from some logic, ensure that the logic correctly maps to the supported action codes.
  Test the Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, test the integration scenario again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific integration scenario you are working with. This documentation often provides details on valid action codes and their meanings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this error or provide additional context or solutions.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider enabling debugging or logging to capture more details about the request being sent and the context in which the error occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the issue causing the SOA_SD023 error in your SAP environment.