How To Fix WP203 - Port definition & not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WP - Messages from POS interface

• Message number: 203

• Message text: Port definition & not available

What causes this issue?

The port definition has not been maintained.

System Response

The upload IDOC could not be generated from the download IDOC.

How to fix this error?

You have the following options:
- You can create the upload document manually.
<DS:TRAN.WE12>Proceed: Inbound IDOC</>
- You can create a reference to an existing port in the outbound
parameters of the partner profile of the store.
<DS:TRAN.WE20>Proceed: Partner profiles</>
- You can maintain the missing port.
<DS:TRAN.WE21>Proceed: Port definition</>
If you do not wish to do this or you do not have the necessary
authorization, contact your system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WP203 - Port definition & not available ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WP203 - Port definition & not available
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when the SAP system tries to use a port definition for output processing (such as printing, emailing, or faxing documents) that has not been defined or is not available in the system. The port definition specifies how and where the output should be sent (e.g., to a printer, email address, or fax machine).
  Common reasons include:
  
  The port name specified in the output device or in the output control is incorrect or missing.
  The port has not been created or configured in the SAP system.
  The port definition was deleted or is inactive.
  Incorrect configuration in transaction SPAD (Spool Administration).
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Port Definition in SPAD:
  
  Go to transaction SPAD.
  Navigate to Output Devices.
  Find the output device used for the print or output job.
  Check the Device Type and Access Method.
  Verify the Port assigned to the output device.
  If the port is missing or incorrect, create or correct the port definition.
  
  
  
  Create or Maintain Port:
  
  In SPAD, go to Ports.
  Check if the port mentioned in the error message exists.
  If not, create a new port with the correct parameters (e.g., device type, host, protocol).
  Save and activate the port.
  
  
  
  Check Output Control Configuration:
  
  If the output is controlled via output control (e.g., in SD or MM), verify the port or output device assigned in the output determination procedure.
  Ensure the port/device is valid and active.
  
  
  
  Check User or Program Settings:
  
  Sometimes, the port is specified dynamically in the program or user parameters.
  Verify if the user or program is passing a valid port name.
  
  
  
  Test the Output Device:
  
  In SPAD, test the output device to ensure it can print or send output correctly.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SPAD: Central place to manage output devices, ports, and spool administration.
  Output Devices: Devices like printers or fax machines configured in SAP.
  Ports: Logical definitions that specify how output is sent to devices.
  Output Control: Mechanism in SAP modules (like SD, MM) to determine how documents are output.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP OSS notes for any known issues related to port definitions and output devices.
  
  
  Summary:
  The error WP203 indicates that the SAP system cannot find the port definition required to send output. The fix involves verifying and correcting the port configuration in SPAD, ensuring the output device is correctly assigned, and that the port exists and is active.
  
  If you need step-by-step guidance on creating ports or configuring output devices, please let me know!