How To Fix ECON026 - Update service type &1 already exists as a display service type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ECON - Concession

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Update service type &1 already exists as a display service type

What causes this issue?

The service type is either a display service type or an update service
type. It is not possible to enter the same value for the display and
also for the update.

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?

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 ECON026 - Update service type &1 already exists as a display service type ?

  The SAP error message ECON026 indicates that there is an attempt to create or update a service type that already exists as a display service type in the system. This typically occurs in the context of service management or service configuration within SAP.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to create a new service type with a name or identifier that is already in use as a display service type.
  There may be a naming conflict where the service type you are trying to create or update is already defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ECON026 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Service Types:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SPRO for configuration or SICF for service definitions) and check the existing service types.
  Look for the service type you are trying to create or update and verify if it already exists.
  
  
  
  Rename or Modify:
  
  If the service type already exists, consider renaming the new service type you are trying to create to avoid the conflict.
  Alternatively, if the existing service type is no longer needed, you may consider deleting or modifying it, but ensure that this does not affect other configurations or dependencies.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that your configuration settings are correct and that you are not unintentionally trying to create a duplicate service type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on service types and their management.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify service types in the system.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration), SICF (for Internet Communication Framework), and SE80 (for Object Navigator).
  Service Management: Understanding the concepts of service types, display service types, and their roles in SAP can help in troubleshooting similar issues in the future.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to ECON026 for specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ECON026 error and successfully manage your service types in SAP.