Lets assume we want to send and receive Production order IDOC (custom table)data as mentioned below then we will go for custom IDOC.
ALE Configuration Steps for Custom IDOC Outbound
- Create the segment using SE31 Transaction code
- Create the IDOC using WE30 Transaction code.
- Create the Message type using WE81 Transaction code.
- Link the message type to IDOC type using WE82 Transaction code.
- Create the PORT Number using WE21 Transaction Code.
- Create outbound partner profile WE20
Note: Distribution model is not required if we pass control record information.
When we create segment than automatically similar structure in data dictionary as well as segment definition is gets created.
Steps to create Segments:
- Go to WE31 Transaction Code
- Provide Segment Name – Click on Create Button
- Provide Short Description
- Enter the field name and Data Element Name
- Click on save button and repeat the same steps for all the segments
