How To Fix WS_TOOL232 - Wrong Number of Header Entries for &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS_TOOL - Message Class for Web Services and Virtual Endpoints

• Message number: 232

• Message text: Wrong Number of Header Entries for &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS_TOOL232 - Wrong Number of Header Entries for &1. ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WS_TOOL232 - Wrong Number of Header Entries for &1
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs during the processing of IDocs (Intermediate Documents) in SAP. The message indicates that the number of header segments in the IDoc does not match the expected number defined in the IDoc type or the processing logic.
  
  The IDoc header segment (usually segment EDI_DC40) is either missing, duplicated, or the count of header segments is incorrect.
  The IDoc structure or the segment hierarchy is inconsistent with the expected format.
  There might be a mismatch between the IDoc type/version expected by the system and the actual IDoc being processed.
  Sometimes, this error can occur if the IDoc was manually edited or corrupted.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the IDoc Structure:
  
  Use transaction WE02 or WE05 to display the IDoc.
  Verify the number of header segments (EDI_DC40) in the IDoc.
  Ensure there is exactly one header segment per IDoc.
  
  
  
  Verify IDoc Type and Version:
  
  Confirm that the IDoc type and version match the expected configuration in the system.
  Check the partner profile (transaction WE20) to ensure the correct message type and IDoc type are assigned.
  
  
  
  Reprocess or Recreate the IDoc:
  
  If the IDoc is corrupted, try to regenerate or resend the IDoc from the source system.
  If the IDoc is inbound, request the sender to resend the IDoc.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Code or Enhancements:
  
  If there are user exits or custom programs processing the IDoc, verify that they do not alter the header segment count incorrectly.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes using the message number WS_TOOL232.
  Apply any recommended patches or corrections.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE02 / WE05 - Display IDocs
  WE20 - Partner Profiles
  WE19 - Test tool for IDocs (can be used to create or edit IDocs)
  
  
  
  IDoc Segment:
  
  EDI_DC40 - Control record segment (header segment)
  
  
  
  Common Scenarios:
  
  IDoc inbound processing fails due to incorrect header segment count.
  IDoc outbound processing error due to malformed IDoc structure.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the context in which this error occurs (inbound/outbound, specific IDoc type, transaction, etc.), I can help with more tailored troubleshooting steps.