How To Fix WB071 - Segment structure & does not exist for intermediate structure &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB - Messages for assortment list

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Segment structure & does not exist for intermediate structure &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB071 - Segment structure & does not exist for intermediate structure & ?

  The SAP error message WB071 indicates that there is an issue with the segment structure in the context of IDoc processing or data transfer. Specifically, it means that the system cannot find the specified segment structure for the given intermediate structure. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when working with IDocs, ALE (Application Link Enabling), or EDI (Electronic Data Interchange).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Segment Definition: The segment structure that is being referenced does not exist in the system. This could be due to a missing configuration or an incorrect reference.
  Incorrect Mapping: The mapping between the IDoc and the intermediate structure may not be set up correctly, leading to the system being unable to find the required segment.
  Transport Issues: If the segment structure was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or completely.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the IDoc definition and the segment structure, especially if changes were made in the development environment but not yet transported to the production environment.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Segment Definitions: Verify that the segment structure exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., WE31 for segment definitions) and checking if the segment is defined.
  Review Mapping: Ensure that the mapping between the IDoc and the intermediate structure is correctly configured. You can check this in transaction WE60 (IDoc documentation) or WE20 (partner profiles).
  Transport Check: If the segment structure was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was transported successfully. If not, you may need to re-transport the relevant objects.
  Consistency Check: Use transaction WE30 to check the consistency of the IDoc types and segment structures. This can help identify any discrepancies.
  Recreate Segment: If the segment structure is missing or corrupted, you may need to recreate it. Ensure that you follow the correct procedures for defining segments.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific IDoc type you are working with for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE30: IDoc Type Development
  WE31: Segment Definition
  WE20: Partner Profiles
  WE60: IDoc Documentation
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific IDoc type or segment structure you are working with.
  IDoc Monitoring: Use transaction WE02 or WE05 to monitor IDocs and check for any additional error messages that may provide more context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the WB071 error message in SAP.