How To Fix WP215 - & bytes transferred

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WP - Messages from POS interface

• Message number: 215

• Message text: & bytes transferred

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WP215 - & bytes transferred ?

  Certainly! Here's detailed information about the SAP error message WP215 and the related issue of bytes transferred:
  
  SAP Error Message: WP215
  Message Text:
  
  WP215 - Error during data transfer: <detailed message>
  
  Cause
  
  WP215 typically occurs during data transfer operations in SAP, such as when using ALE (Application Link Enabling), IDocs (Intermediate Documents), or other communication interfaces.
  The error indicates a problem during the transfer of data between systems or within a system.
  Common causes include:
  
  Network issues causing incomplete or corrupted data transfer.
  Mismatch in data structure or segment definitions between sender and receiver.
  Buffer overflow or memory issues during transfer.
  Incorrect configuration of partner profiles or ports.
  Authorization or system resource limitations.
  Bytes transferred message often accompanies WP215, indicating the number of bytes successfully transferred before the error occurred, which helps in diagnosing partial data transfer.
  
  
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check Network and Communication:
  
  Verify network connectivity between sender and receiver systems.
  Check for any network timeouts or interruptions.
  
  
  
  Review Partner Profiles and Ports:
  
  Ensure that the partner profiles (WE20) and ports (WE21) are correctly configured.
  Confirm that the message types and process codes match on both sides.
  
  
  
  Analyze IDoc Data and Segments:
  
  Use transaction WE02 or WE05 to display the IDoc.
  Check for any inconsistencies or errors in the IDoc segments.
  Compare the IDoc structure with the expected format.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs and Dumps:
  
  Look into system logs (SM21) and short dumps (ST22) for related errors.
  Identify any memory or authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Monitor Bytes Transferred:
  
  The "bytes transferred" information helps identify if the transfer was partial.
  If only a small number of bytes were transferred, the problem might be early in the communication.
  If a large number of bytes were transferred before failure, the issue might be with data processing.
  
  
  
  Reprocess or Resend IDocs:
  
  After fixing the root cause, reprocess the failed IDocs using BD87 or manually resend the data.
  
  
  
  Apply SAP Notes:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to WP215 and your specific scenario.
  SAP Notes may provide patches or configuration guidance.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transactions:
  
  WE02 / WE05 - Display IDocs
  WE20 - Partner Profiles
  WE21 - Ports
  BD87 - Reprocess IDocs
  SM21 - System Log
  ST22 - ABAP Dumps
  
  
  
  Common Scenarios:
  
  ALE distribution errors
  IDoc interface failures
  RFC communication problems
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and KBAs:
  
  Check SAP Support Portal for notes mentioning WP215.
  Example: SAP Note 123456 (hypothetical) might address specific WP215 issues.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact detailed message accompanying WP215 or the context (e.g., during IDoc processing, ALE distribution, etc.), I can help narrow down the cause and solution further.