How To Fix WP718 - Controller & invalid in IDoc & for receipt &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WP - Messages from POS interface

• Message number: 718

• Message text: Controller & invalid in IDoc & for receipt &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WP718 - Controller & invalid in IDoc & for receipt & ?

  The SAP error message WP718 typically appears in the context of IDoc processing, especially related to goods receipt or similar logistics processes. The message text usually reads something like:
  "Controller & invalid in IDoc & for receipt &"
  
  Meaning / Cause
  
  Controller & invalid in IDoc & for receipt & means that the Controller field in the IDoc is either missing, incorrect, or does not correspond to a valid controller in the SAP system for the given goods receipt or process.
  The Controller in SAP logistics usually refers to a person or organizational unit responsible for controlling or managing the process.
  This error occurs during IDoc inbound processing when the system tries to validate the controller field but cannot find a matching or valid controller.
  Possible causes:
  
  The controller number or code in the IDoc segment is incorrect or does not exist in the SAP system.
  The controller master data is missing or incomplete.
  The IDoc segment structure or data mapping is incorrect.
  Customizing or configuration related to controllers is missing or inconsistent.
  The IDoc is for a receipt (goods receipt, GR) and the controller field is mandatory but not properly filled.
  
  
  
  
  Where does this error occur?
  
  During IDoc inbound processing for goods receipt or related logistics documents.
  In transaction codes like WE02/WE05 (IDoc display), you can see the error in the status records.
  The error is raised in function modules or BAPIs that process the IDoc data and validate the controller field.
  
  
  How to solve / Troubleshooting steps
  
  
  Check the IDoc data:
  
  Use transaction WE02 or WE05 to display the IDoc.
  Look at the segment containing the controller field (often segment E1EDK01 or similar).
  Verify the controller value passed in the IDoc.
  
  
  
  Verify controller master data:
  
  Check if the controller exists in SAP.
  Use transaction PPOME or PA20 to check personnel or organizational data.
  If the controller is a person responsible, verify the personnel number or controller code.
  
  
  
  Check customizing:
  
  Verify if the controller is properly assigned in the relevant customizing paths.
  For example, check if the controller is assigned to the plant, purchasing group, or other relevant organizational units.
  
  
  
  Correct the IDoc data or mapping:
  
  If the IDoc is generated from an external system, ensure the controller field is correctly mapped and populated.
  If the IDoc is generated within SAP, check the source document or process that creates the IDoc.
  
  
  
  Check user exits or BAdIs:
  
  Sometimes custom code validates or modifies the controller field.
  Review any user exits or BAdIs related to IDoc processing or goods receipt.
  
  
  
  Reprocess the IDoc:
  
  After correcting the data or master data, reprocess the IDoc using transaction BD87 or WE19 (test tool).
  
  
  
  
  Related SAP Notes and Documentation
  
  Search SAP Support Portal for notes related to WP718 or controller validation errors.
  Check SAP Help for IDoc processing and controller master data.
  Common SAP tables related to controllers:
  
  T024 (Purchasing groups)
  T024E (Controller data)
  PA0001 (Personnel master)
  
  
  IDoc segments related to controller might be E1EDK01 or similar depending on the message type.
  
  
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  Error
  WP718 Controller & invalid in IDoc & for receipt &
  
  
  Cause
  Controller field in IDoc is missing, invalid, or not found in SAP master data
  
  
  Effect
  IDoc inbound processing fails, goods receipt or related document cannot be posted
  
  
  Solution
  Verify and correct controller data in IDoc and SAP master data; reprocess IDoc
  
  
  Tools
  WE02/WE05 (IDoc display), BD87 (IDoc reprocessing), PA20/PPOME (master data check)
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact IDoc message type and segment, or the process context (e.g., inbound delivery, goods receipt), I can help you with more precise instructions.