How To Fix WP506 - Int. error: & additional segments expected in IDOC &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WP - Messages from POS interface

• Message number: 506

• Message text: Int. error: & additional segments expected in IDOC &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WP506 - Int. error: & additional segments expected in IDOC & ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WP506 Int. error: & additional segments expected in IDOC &
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  
  This error occurs during IDoc processing (Inbound or Outbound) when the IDoc structure does not meet the expected format.
  Specifically, the message indicates that the IDoc is missing one or more required segments that the processing function module or the IDoc type definition expects.
  The placeholders & in the message are replaced by the actual segment names or numbers during runtime.
  This usually happens if:
  
  The IDoc is incomplete or truncated.
  The IDoc was incorrectly generated or modified.
  The partner system sent an IDoc missing mandatory segments.
  The IDoc type or message type configuration expects additional segments that are not present.
  There is a mismatch between the IDoc type/version expected and the one received.
  
  
  
  
  Where it occurs:
  
  During IDoc inbound processing (e.g., when the IDoc is being processed by the inbound function module).
  During IDoc outbound processing or validation.
  In transaction WE02/WE05 when analyzing IDocs.
  In the application log or system log related to IDoc processing.
  
  
  Solution / How to fix:
  
  
  Check the IDoc structure:
  
  Use transaction WE02 or WE05 to display the IDoc.
  Verify if the segments mentioned in the error message are actually missing.
  Compare the IDoc with the expected structure for the message type and IDoc type/version.
  
  
  
  Verify IDoc type and version:
  
  Confirm that the IDoc type and version used by the sending system matches the expected one in your SAP system.
  Use transaction WE30 to check IDoc types.
  Use transaction WE81 to check message types.
  
  
  
  Check partner profile configuration:
  
  Use transaction WE20 to check the partner profile.
  Ensure the correct message type and IDoc type are configured.
  Check if any filters or segment selections are causing segments to be omitted.
  
  
  
  Check the inbound processing function module:
  
  The function module processing the IDoc might expect certain segments.
  If custom enhancements or user exits are used, verify they are not causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Reprocess or regenerate the IDoc:
  
  If the IDoc is incomplete, try to regenerate or resend the IDoc from the sending system.
  If the IDoc is inbound, request the sender to resend a complete IDoc.
  
  
  
  Check for notes or patches:
  
  Sometimes SAP notes address specific issues with IDoc processing.
  Search SAP Support Portal for notes related to message WP506 or the specific IDoc type.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  IDoc segments are the building blocks of an IDoc. Some segments are mandatory depending on the message type.
  The error message is a generic internal error indicating structural problems.
  The exact segment names or numbers will be shown in the actual error message replacing the & placeholders.
  If the IDoc is custom or enhanced, ensure the custom segments are properly defined and handled.
  Sometimes middleware or EDI converters can strip or alter segments, causing this error.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  WP506 Int. error: additional segments expected in IDOC
  
  
  Cause
  Missing mandatory segments in the IDoc structure during processing
  
  
  Solution
  Check IDoc structure, partner profile, IDoc type/version, resend complete IDoc
  
  
  Tools
  WE02, WE05 (IDoc display), WE20 (partner profile), WE30 (IDoc type), WE81 (message type)
  
  
  Notes
  Check SAP Notes for specific fixes or patches
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact IDoc type and message type or the full error message with segment names, I can help you further narrow down the issue.