How To Fix EDATEX026 - Own service provider for service type &1 is not unique

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDATEX - Messages for Data Exchange Processes

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Own service provider for service type &1 is not unique

What causes this issue?

For data exchange process &v2& you have defined service type &v1& as
the service type of the own service provider. However service providers
&v3& and &v4& were found as the own service providers for service
provider &v1&.
The own service provider for service type &v1& must be unique.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDATEX026 - Own service provider for service type &1 is not unique ?

  The SAP error message EDATEX026 indicates that there is a problem with the configuration of service providers for a specific service type in the Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) or Electronic Data Transfer (EDT) settings. The message states that the own service provider for the specified service type is not unique, meaning that there are multiple entries for the same service provider and service type combination, which leads to ambiguity in processing.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause of this error is the presence of duplicate entries in the configuration for service providers. This can happen if the same service provider has been defined multiple times for the same service type.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an incorrect configuration in the EDI settings, where the same service provider is mistakenly assigned to the same service type more than once.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been changes in the configuration, it may lead to duplicates.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for the service providers in the SAP system. You can typically find this under the transaction code WE20 (Partner Profiles) or WE21 (Port Definitions).
  Identify Duplicates: Look for entries that have the same service provider and service type. You may need to filter or sort the entries to easily identify duplicates.
  Remove or Merge Duplicates: Once you have identified the duplicates, you can either delete the unnecessary entries or merge them if applicable. Ensure that only one unique entry exists for each service provider and service type combination.
  Test the Configuration: After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the EDI processes function as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as WE20 (Partner Profiles), WE21 (Port Definitions), and WE30 (IDoc Types) for managing EDI configurations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed guidance on configuring EDI settings and understanding service providers.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking for duplicates, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EDATEX026 error and ensure that your EDI configurations are set up correctly.