How To Fix ECCEDI136 - Service provider &1 (external number &2) is not a supplier

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ECCEDI - IS-U Deregulation: IDoc Processing

• Message number: 136

• Message text: Service provider &1 (external number &2) is not a supplier

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ECCEDI136 - Service provider &1 (external number &2) is not a supplier ?

  The SAP error message ECCEDI136 indicates that the system is unable to recognize the specified service provider as a valid supplier. This error typically arises in the context of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) or when dealing with external service providers in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Supplier Master Data: The service provider you are trying to use is not set up as a supplier in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The service provider may not be correctly configured in the system, or the external number provided does not match any existing supplier records.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors in the service provider's external number or name.
  Inactive Supplier: The supplier might be inactive or marked for deletion in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Supplier Master Data:
  
  Go to the supplier master data transaction (e.g., XK03 for general supplier data).
  Verify that the service provider is set up correctly and exists in the system.
  Ensure that the external number provided in the error message matches the supplier's external number in the master data.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Supplier:
  
  If the service provider does not exist, create a new supplier record using transaction code (e.g., XK01).
  If the supplier exists but is inactive, you may need to reactivate it.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to EDI and service providers to ensure they are correctly set up.
  Ensure that the service provider is assigned to the correct purchasing organization if applicable.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Double-check the data being sent or processed to ensure there are no errors in the external number or other relevant fields.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant SAP documentation or notes related to EDI and supplier management for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as XK01 (Create Supplier), XK02 (Change Supplier), and XK03 (Display Supplier).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify supplier data.
  Integration with Other Systems: If the service provider is managed in an external system, ensure that the integration between systems is functioning correctly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ECCEDI136 error and ensure that the service provider is recognized as a valid supplier in your SAP system.