How To Fix WG009 - Qualifier & in segment & is not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WG - Messages for store order and investment buy

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Qualifier & in segment & is not supported

What causes this issue?

The specified indicator is not permitted.

System Response

The segment is ignored.
Transfer only the permitted indicators to the interface (see the
interface description for the inbound store order).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WG009 - Qualifier & in segment & is not supported ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WG009 - Qualifier & in segment & is not supported
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs during IDoc processing when a segment contains a qualifier value that is not defined or supported in the IDoc segment's metadata or configuration. Essentially, the system encounters a qualifier (a code or identifier used to specify the type or format of data in a segment field) that it does not recognize or that is not allowed for that particular segment.
  Qualifiers are often used in segments to specify the type of address, identification, or other categorized data. If the qualifier value in the IDoc data does not match the expected or allowed values defined in the IDoc segment definition (in the Data Dictionary or segment metadata), the system raises this error.
  
  Typical Scenarios:
  
  The IDoc segment expects a certain set of qualifier values (e.g., address type qualifiers like '01' for 'Customer', '02' for 'Vendor'), but the incoming IDoc contains a qualifier not in this list.
  Custom or extended IDocs where qualifier values have not been properly maintained or extended.
  Mismatch between the sending system's data and the receiving system's IDoc configuration.
  Incorrect or missing configuration in the segment's domain or fixed values for the qualifier field.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the IDoc segment definition:
  
  Use transaction WE30 (IDoc Type Development) to display the segment definition.
  Identify the qualifier field in the segment and check its domain or fixed values.
  
  
  
  Verify allowed qualifier values:
  
  Check the domain or fixed values for the qualifier field in the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11).
  Confirm which qualifier values are allowed for that segment.
  
  
  
  Compare incoming IDoc data:
  
  Use transaction WE02 or WE05 to display the IDoc.
  Check the qualifier value in the segment causing the error.
  Verify if this qualifier is part of the allowed values.
  
  
  
  Adjust the qualifier values:
  
  If the incoming qualifier is incorrect, correct the sending system or the interface generating the IDoc.
  If the qualifier is valid but missing in the IDoc definition, extend the IDoc segment to include the new qualifier value.
  
  
  
  Extend or modify the IDoc segment (if needed):
  
  Use WE31 to create or modify segments.
  Use WE30 to extend the IDoc type.
  Update the domain or fixed values for the qualifier field to include the new qualifier.
  
  
  
  Transport changes and test:
  
  After making changes, transport them to the relevant system.
  Test the IDoc processing again.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE30 - IDoc Type Development (view/modify IDoc types and segments)
  WE31 - Create/Change IDoc Segment
  WE02 / WE05 - IDoc Display and Monitoring
  SE11 - Data Dictionary (check domain/fixed values)
  WE19 - Test tool for IDocs
  
  
  
  Notes:
  
  Always ensure that any extension or modification to IDoc segments is done carefully and tested thoroughly.
  Check if the qualifier values are documented in the interface specifications or partner agreements.
  Sometimes, the error can be caused by incorrect partner profiles or message type configurations.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  WG009 indicates that the qualifier value in a segment is not supported because it is not defined in the segment's allowed values. The solution involves verifying and correcting the qualifier values either in the incoming IDoc data or in the IDoc segment definition/configuration.
  
  If you provide the specific IDoc type and segment, I can help you identify the exact qualifier field and possible values.