How To Fix APAR_EBPP_SERVICE019 - &1 must be empty when &2 is set to '&3'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APAR_EBPP_SERVICE -

• Message number: 019

• Message text: &1 must be empty when &2 is set to '&3'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APAR_EBPP_SERVICE019 - &1 must be empty when &2 is set to '&3' ?

  The SAP error message APAR_EBPP_SERVICE019 typically indicates a validation issue in the context of the Electronic Bill Presentment and Payment (EBPP) service. The message states that a certain field (denoted as &1) must be empty when another field (denoted as &2) is set to a specific value (denoted as &3). 
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to a configuration or data entry issue where the system expects a certain field to be empty based on the value of another field. This can happen in scenarios such as:
  
  Incorrect configuration settings in the EBPP service.
  Data inconsistencies where the values entered do not comply with the business rules defined in the system.
  A mismatch between the expected input and the actual input provided by the user or system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Fields: Check the specific fields referenced in the error message (&1, &2, and &3). This will give you insight into which fields are causing the issue.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Go through the configuration settings for the EBPP service to ensure that they are set up correctly. Pay special attention to the conditions under which certain fields are required or optional.
  
  
  Data Validation: Validate the data being entered into the system. Ensure that the field that is supposed to be empty is indeed empty when the other field is set to the specified value.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the EBPP service for any specific guidelines or known issues that might relate to this error.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary adjustments, test the process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  Seek Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance. They may have additional insights or patches that can resolve the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to EBPP configuration and monitoring, such as EBPP or SAP_CONTRACT.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.