How To Fix EDATEX315 - External number for service provider &1 is not available

EDATEX315 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDATEX - Messages for Data Exchange Processes

• Message number: 315

• Message text: External number for service provider &1 is not available

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Enter the external number for the service provider &V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDATEX315 - External number for service provider &1 is not available ?

  The SAP error message EDATEX315, which states "External number for service provider &1 is not available," typically occurs in the context of electronic data interchange (EDI) or when dealing with external service providers in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid external number (identifier) for the specified service provider.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The external number for the service provider may not be configured in the system. This could happen if the service provider was not set up correctly in the relevant master data.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the service provider's details, leading to the system being unable to locate the external number.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the system relies on external data sources or interfaces, there may be synchronization issues that prevent the external number from being retrieved.
  Inactive or Deleted Service Provider: The service provider may have been marked as