/ISDFPS/PM_DIS197 - Cannot read IDoc definition &1 &2

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/PM_DIS -

• Message number: 197

• Message text: Cannot read IDoc definition &1 &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/PM_DIS197 - Cannot read IDoc definition &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/PM_DIS197 Cannot read IDoc definition &1 &2 typically indicates that the system is unable to find or access the IDoc (Intermediate Document) definition specified by the parameters &1 and &2. This can occur for several reasons, and here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing IDoc Definition: The IDoc type or message type specified does not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the IDoc definitions.
  Incorrect Configuration: The IDoc configuration may be incorrect, leading to the system being unable to locate the IDoc definition.
  Transport Issues: If the IDoc definition was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly.
  Namespace Issues: If the IDoc is in a custom namespace, it may not be recognized if the namespace is not properly configured.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check IDoc Definitions:
  
  Use transaction code WE30 to check if the IDoc type exists.
  Use transaction code WE81 to check if the message type is defined.
  
  
  
  Verify Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access IDoc definitions. Check roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in transaction WE20 (Partner Profiles) and ensure that the correct message type and IDoc type are being used.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the IDoc definition was recently transported, verify that the transport request was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  
  Namespace Configuration:
  
  If using a custom namespace, ensure that it is properly configured in the system. Check the settings in transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to ensure the namespace is recognized.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the program or function module that is trying to read the IDoc definition to identify where the failure occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Types: IDocs are used for data interchange between SAP systems and external systems. Each IDoc has a specific structure defined by its type.
  Message Types: Message types define the type of data being sent in the IDoc.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE30: IDoc Type Maintenance
  WE81: Message Type Maintenance
  WE20: Partner Profile Maintenance
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to IDoc processing.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.