How To Fix WSTI037 - PDC file does not contain a header segment (segment type E1WVINH).

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WSTI - Messages about Store Workbench, Physical Inventory

• Message number: 037

• Message text: PDC file does not contain a header segment (segment type E1WVINH).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WSTI037 - PDC file does not contain a header segment (segment type E1WVINH). ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WSTI037 - PDC file does not contain a header segment (segment type E1WVINH)
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs during the processing of a PDC (Pre-Delivery Check) IDoc or file in SAP when the system expects a header segment of type E1WVINH but does not find it in the incoming data.
  
  The E1WVINH segment is the header segment for the PDC IDoc structure.
  If the PDC file or IDoc is missing this segment, the system cannot process the data correctly because the header segment contains essential information about the delivery or vehicle.
  This usually happens due to:
  
  Incorrect or incomplete data extraction from the source system.
  Corrupted or incomplete PDC file.
  Incorrect mapping or interface issues where the header segment is not generated or transmitted.
  Manual modification or truncation of the PDC file.
  
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the PDC File or IDoc Content:
  
  Open the PDC file or IDoc in a text editor or IDoc monitoring tool (e.g., WE02, WE05).
  Verify if the E1WVINH segment is present at the beginning of the file or IDoc.
  If missing, the file is incomplete or incorrectly generated.
  
  
  
  Verify the Source System or Interface:
  
  Check the system or process that generates the PDC file.
  Ensure that the header segment E1WVINH is correctly created and included.
  Review the mapping or extraction logic to confirm the header segment is not filtered out or omitted.
  
  
  
  Re-generate the PDC File:
  
  If the file is corrupted or incomplete, regenerate the PDC file from the source system.
  Ensure the full data set, including the header segment, is included.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport or Transmission Issues:
  
  Sometimes, file transfer or communication errors can truncate the file.
  Verify the file transfer logs and ensure the file is fully transmitted.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to PDC processing and the specific error message.
  For example, SAP Note 1234567 (example) might provide patches or corrections if this is a known issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After correction, reprocess the PDC file or IDoc.
  Monitor the processing to confirm the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Segment E1WVINH:
  
  This is the header segment in the PDC IDoc structure. It contains key information such as vehicle identification, delivery details, and other header-level data.
  
  
  PDC (Pre-Delivery Check):
  
  PDC is used in automotive and vehicle manufacturing industries to check vehicle status before delivery.
  
  
  IDoc Monitoring Transactions:  
  
  WE02 / WE05: Display IDocs and their segments.  
  Use these to inspect the IDoc structure and verify the presence of the header segment.
  
  
  
  Common PDC IDoc Types:  
  
  DELVRY03 or custom PDC IDoc types may be used depending on implementation.
  
  
  
  SAP Module:  
  
  Typically related to SAP Logistics Execution (LE) or Vehicle Management System (VMS).
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., transaction, scenario, or system landscape), I can help tailor the solution further.