How To Fix WE056 - Enter a valid entry combination

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WE - Messages for EAN Customizing and for EAN management in MM_BD

• Message number: 056

• Message text: Enter a valid entry combination

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WE056 - Enter a valid entry combination ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WE056 - Enter a valid entry combination
  
  Cause:
  The error message WE056 typically occurs during the processing of IDocs (Intermediate Documents) in SAP. It indicates that the system expects a valid combination of fields (usually segment fields or control record fields) but the entered or received data does not match any valid combination defined in the system.
  Common scenarios causing this error include:
  
  Incorrect or missing data in the IDoc segment fields.
  The combination of fields (e.g., segment type and segment number, or message type and IDoc type) does not exist or is not allowed.
  Custom validation or partner profile settings require a specific combination that is not met.
  Incorrect partner profile or message type configuration.
  Data inconsistencies or mapping errors in the EDI or ALE process.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WE056 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the IDoc Data:
  
  Use transaction WE02 or WE05 to display the IDoc.
  Verify the segment data and ensure all mandatory fields are correctly filled.
  Check if the segment combination (e.g., segment type and segment number) is valid.
  
  
  
  Verify Partner Profile and Message Type:
  
  Use transaction WE20 to check the partner profile.
  Ensure the message type and IDoc type are correctly assigned.
  Confirm that the inbound/outbound parameters are properly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Segment Definitions:
  
  Use transaction WE31 to review segment definitions.
  Confirm that the segment combinations are valid and consistent with the IDoc type.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Validations or User Exits:
  
  If there are any custom validations (user exits, BADIs, or enhancements) that check segment combinations, review their logic.
  Debug or analyze the code to ensure it allows the current combination.
  
  
  
  Correct the Data or Configuration:
  
  If the data is incorrect, correct the source data or mapping.
  If the configuration is wrong, adjust the partner profile or segment definitions accordingly.
  
  
  
  Reprocess the IDoc:
  
  After corrections, reprocess the IDoc using BD87 or manually trigger processing.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE02 / WE05 - Display IDocs
  WE20 - Partner Profiles
  WE31 - Segment Editor
  BD87 - Reprocess IDocs
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to IDoc errors and segment validation.
  Review the IDoc documentation for the specific message type and segment structure.
  
  
  
  Common IDoc Concepts:
  
  IDocs consist of control records, data segments, and status records.
  Valid combinations of segments and fields are defined in the IDoc type.
  Partner profiles control the processing of IDocs for specific partners.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact context (e.g., which IDoc type, message type, or transaction you encountered the error in), I can help with more specific guidance.