How To Fix WP505 - Int. error: segment no. & not found in IDOC &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WP - Messages from POS interface

• Message number: 505

• Message text: Int. error: segment no. & not found in IDOC &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WP505 - Int. error: segment no. & not found in IDOC & ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WP505 Int. error: segment no. & not found in IDOC &
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  
  This error occurs during the processing of an IDoc (Intermediate Document) in SAP.
  The message indicates that the system expected a particular segment number (segment no. &) in the IDoc structure but could not find it.
  Essentially, the IDoc being processed is missing a required segment that the processing logic or the inbound/outbound function module expects.
  This can happen due to:
  
  Incomplete or incorrect IDoc data.
  Incorrect segment sequence or missing mandatory segments.
  Custom enhancements or user exits expecting segments that are not present.
  Mismatch between the IDoc type/version and the processing program.
  
  
  
  
  Where it occurs:
  
  During IDoc inbound or outbound processing.
  When the IDoc is being parsed and the system tries to access a segment by its number but fails.
  Common in ALE, EDI, or IDoc interface scenarios.
  
  
  Possible Causes in Detail:
  
  
  Missing Segment in IDoc Data:
  
  The IDoc does not contain the segment that the processing logic expects.
  For example, a mandatory segment is missing due to upstream system not sending it.
  
  
  
  Incorrect IDoc Type or Version:
  
  The IDoc type or version used does not match the expected structure.
  The processing program expects segments that are not part of the IDoc type/version.
  
  
  
  Custom Code or User Exits:
  
  Custom enhancements or user exits might be trying to access segments that are not present.
  This can cause the segment number not found error.
  
  
  
  Corrupted or Incomplete IDoc:
  
  The IDoc might be incomplete or corrupted during transmission.
  
  
  
  
  How to Analyze:
  
  Check the IDoc in transaction WE02 or WE05.
  Look for the segment number mentioned in the error message.
  Verify if the segment exists in the IDoc.
  Check the IDoc type and version.
  Review the processing function module or program (e.g., inbound function module).
  Check for any custom enhancements or user exits that might be causing the issue.
  
  
  Solution / Resolution:
  
  
  Verify and Correct the IDoc Data:
  
  Ensure the sending system sends all mandatory segments.
  If segments are missing, fix the upstream system or mapping.
  
  
  
  Check IDoc Type and Version:
  
  Confirm that the IDoc type and version match the processing program expectations.
  If necessary, adjust the processing program or use the correct IDoc type.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  Debug the inbound/outbound processing function module.
  Check any user exits or BAdIs for assumptions about segment presence.
  Add checks to avoid accessing non-existing segments.
  
  
  
  Reprocess or Recreate the IDoc:
  
  If the IDoc is corrupted, request a resend or recreate the IDoc.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to WP505 or segment not found errors.
  Sometimes SAP provides patches or corrections for known issues.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  The error message WP505 is a generic internal error related to IDoc segment processing.
  Segment numbers are internal identifiers for segments in the IDoc structure.
  Proper IDoc structure and completeness are critical for successful processing.
  Use transaction WE19 to test IDoc processing with sample data.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  WP505 Int. error: segment no. & not found in IDOC &
  
  
  Cause
  Missing or unexpected segment in IDoc during processing
  
  
  Solution
  Verify IDoc data completeness, check IDoc type/version, review custom code, reprocess IDoc
  
  
  Tools
  WE02, WE05 (IDoc display), WE19 (IDoc test), Debugging inbound/outbound FM
  
  
  Related Notes
  Check SAP Notes for specific fixes or patches
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact segment number and IDoc type/version, I can help you with more specific guidance.