How To Fix WB202 - Description for IDoc structure & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB - Messages for assortment list

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Description for IDoc structure & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB202 - Description for IDoc structure & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message WB202 typically indicates that there is an issue with the IDoc structure being referenced in your SAP system. This error can occur when the IDoc type or structure that you are trying to use does not exist in the system or is not properly defined.
  Cause:
  
  Missing IDoc Type: The IDoc type you are trying to use may not be defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The IDoc configuration may be incorrect, leading to the system not being able to find the specified IDoc structure.
  Transport Issues: If the IDoc type was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly.
  Namespace Issues: If you are using a custom IDoc type, it may not be in the correct namespace or may not be activated.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the sender and receiver systems regarding the IDoc structure.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check IDoc Type: Verify that the IDoc type you are trying to use exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to transaction code WE30 (IDoc Types) and checking if the IDoc type is listed.
  Define IDoc Type: If the IDoc type does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction WE30 or ensure that it is properly defined in the system.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the IDoc in transaction WE20 (Partner Profiles) to ensure that the correct IDoc type is assigned to the relevant partner profile.
  Transport Check: If the IDoc type was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was transported successfully and that there were no errors during the transport process.
  Namespace Verification: If you are using a custom IDoc type, ensure that it is in the correct namespace and that it has been activated.
  Version Compatibility: Ensure that both the sender and receiver systems are compatible in terms of the IDoc structure being used.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE30: IDoc Types
  WE20: Partner Profiles
  WE02: IDoc Display
  WE19: IDoc Test Tool
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for IDocs for detailed information on IDoc structures and configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to IDoc processing that may address the error you are encountering.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the WB202 error message in SAP.