How To Fix WP731 - Error reading intermediate document descriptions

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WP - Messages from POS interface

• Message number: 731

• Message text: Error reading intermediate document descriptions

What causes this issue?

This is probably an internal error.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WP731 - Error reading intermediate document descriptions ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WP731 - Error reading intermediate document descriptions
  
  Cause:
  The error WP731 typically occurs when there is a problem reading the intermediate document (IDoc) descriptions in SAP. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing or inconsistent IDoc metadata in the system.
  Corrupted or incomplete IDoc data.
  Issues with the IDoc type or message type definitions.
  Transport or system inconsistencies where the IDoc definitions are not properly imported or activated.
  Authorization issues preventing the system from reading the IDoc descriptions.
  Problems in the IDoc interface or ALE configuration.
  
  
  Explanation:
  SAP uses intermediate documents (IDocs) for data exchange between systems. Each IDoc has a description that defines its structure and segments. When SAP tries to process or display an IDoc and cannot find or read its description, it raises the WP731 error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check IDoc Type and Message Type:
  
  Verify that the IDoc type and message type exist and are active in the system.
  Use transaction WE30 (IDoc Type Development) to check if the IDoc type is correctly defined.
  Use transaction WE81 to check the message type.
  
  
  
  Re-import or Activate IDoc Types:
  
  If the IDoc type or segments are missing or inactive, re-import or activate them.
  Use transaction WE19 (Test tool for IDocs) to test IDoc processing.
  
  
  
  Check ALE and Distribution Model:
  
  Use transaction BD64 to check the distribution model.
  Ensure that the relevant message types and IDoc types are properly assigned and activated.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure the user has the necessary authorizations to read IDoc descriptions.
  Check roles and authorizations related to IDoc processing (e.g., object S_IDOC).
  
  
  
  Check for Corrupted IDocs:
  
  Use transaction WE02 or WE05 to display IDocs.
  Identify if the IDoc data is corrupted or incomplete.
  If corrupted, consider reprocessing or deleting the problematic IDocs.
  
  
  
  System Consistency:
  
  If the problem appeared after a system upgrade or transport, verify that all IDoc-related objects were correctly imported.
  Run consistency checks or re-import IDoc metadata if necessary.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to WP731 for specific patches or corrections.
  Example SAP Note: 000123456 (hypothetical) might address known issues with IDoc descriptions.
  
  
  
  
  Related Transactions and Tools:
  
  WE30 – IDoc Type Development
  WE81 – Message Types
  WE19 – IDoc Test Tool
  WE02 / WE05 – IDoc Display
  BD64 – Distribution Model
  WE20 – Partner Profiles
  
  
  Summary:
  The WP731 error indicates SAP cannot read the IDoc description, usually due to missing or inconsistent IDoc metadata or authorization issues. The solution involves verifying and activating the IDoc types and message types, checking ALE configuration, ensuring proper authorizations, and correcting any corrupted IDocs.
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., when the error occurs, system version), I can help with more tailored advice.