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How To Fix VG003 - Termination point in intermed.doc. (header)


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: VG - EDI Messages in SD

  • Message number: 003

  • Message text: Termination point in intermed.doc. (header)

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  • What causes this issue?

    The content of a field in <GL:EDI>EDI</>-Intermediate Document
    <GL:Intermediate_Document>(Intermediate Document)</> has caused an
    error. The field is in one of header segments in the Intermediate
    Document.

    How to fix this error?

    Read the other status record of the Intermediate Document with the same
    status. You will find the detailed error message there.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VG003 - Termination point in intermed.doc. (header) ?

    SAP Error Message:
    VG003 - Termination point in intermed.doc. (header)


    Cause:

    The error message VG003 typically occurs in the context of intermediate documents (IDocs) in SAP, especially when dealing with vendor master data (e.g., in ALE/EDI scenarios) or other master data distribution processes. The message indicates that there is a termination point defined in the header segment of the intermediate document (IDoc), which is causing the processing to stop or fail.

    More specifically, this error arises when the IDoc processing logic encounters a termination condition or an unexpected termination point in the header segment of the IDoc. This could be due to:

    • Incorrect or missing mandatory data in the IDoc header.
    • Configuration issues in the partner profile or message type.
    • Problems in the segment structure or segment status in the IDoc.
    • Custom enhancements or user exits that trigger termination based on certain conditions.
    • Data inconsistencies or errors in the source system generating the IDoc.

    Solution:

    To resolve the VG003 error, follow these steps:

    1. Check the IDoc Data:

      • Use transaction WE02 or WE05 to display the IDoc.
      • Inspect the header segment (usually segment E1EDK01 or similar depending on message type).
      • Verify that all mandatory fields are correctly filled and no data is missing or incorrect.
    2. Review Partner Profile and Message Type:

      • Use transaction WE20 to check the partner profile settings.
      • Ensure the message type and process code are correctly configured.
      • Verify that the inbound/outbound parameters are set properly.
    3. Analyze the Termination Point:

      • Check if there are any user exits, BADIs, or enhancements (e.g., in function modules like IDOC_INPUT_*) that might cause termination.
      • Debug the IDoc processing to identify where and why the termination occurs.
    4. Check Segment Status and Structure:

      • Use transaction WE31 to review the segment definitions.
      • Ensure the segment status is correct (mandatory/optional).
      • Confirm that the segment hierarchy is as expected.
    5. Correct Data or Configuration:

      • If data is missing or incorrect, correct it in the source system or manually adjust the IDoc if possible.
      • Fix any configuration issues in ALE/EDI setup.
    6. Reprocess the IDoc:

      • After corrections, reprocess the IDoc using transaction BD87 or WE19 (test tool).

    Related Information:

    • IDoc Basics: Intermediate documents (IDocs) are used for asynchronous data exchange between SAP systems or between SAP and external systems.
    • Message Types: The error often relates to specific message types like CREMAS (vendor master), DEBMAS (customer master), or others.
    • Transaction Codes:
      • WE02 / WE05: Display IDocs.
      • WE20: Partner profiles.
      • WE31: Segment definitions.
      • BD87: Reprocess IDocs.
      • WE19: Test tool for IDocs.
    • Debugging: Use debugging in the function module processing the IDoc to find the exact cause of termination.
    • SAP Notes: Check SAP OSS notes for any known issues related to VG003 and your SAP version.

    If you provide the exact context (e.g., message type, process, or scenario), I can help with more specific guidance.

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