How To Fix CLB163 - Interface &2 for service provider &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CLB - SAIL: Common messages

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Interface &2 for service provider &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

An entry for the interface &V2& is missing in Customizing table
CLBC_PTYPE_CF.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Add an entry for the factory class in view cluster
<DS:TRAN.CLB_PTYPE>CLBVC_PTYPE</> for service provider &V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CLB163 - Interface &2 for service provider &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CLB163 indicates that the system is unable to find a specified interface for a service provider. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Cloud Platform or SAP Business Technology Platform when working with service providers and their associated interfaces.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors:
  
  Non-existent Interface: The specified interface does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the interface name or the interface not being created or activated.
  Incorrect Service Provider: The service provider specified may not be correctly configured or may not have the required interfaces associated with it.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the specified interface or service provider.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the service provider or the interface in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CLB163 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify Interface Name: Check the interface name specified in the error message for any typos or errors. Ensure that it matches the name of an existing interface in the system.
  
  
  Check Service Provider Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration area in SAP (e.g., SAP Cloud Platform cockpit or SAP Business Application Studio).
  Verify that the service provider is correctly set up and that the interface is associated with it.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the service provider and the interface. You may need to check roles and permissions assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Check for Activation: If the interface exists but is not activated, you may need to activate it in the system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for the specific service provider and interface you are working with. This can provide insights into the correct setup and configuration.
  
  
  System Logs: Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific SAP module or service you are working with, as it may contain specific instructions related to service providers and interfaces.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the CLB163 error in your SAP system.