How To Fix EDER023 - No distribution service/contract for ext. PoD ID &1 and division &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDER - IS-U Deregulation

• Message number: 023

• Message text: No distribution service/contract for ext. PoD ID &1 and division &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDER023 - No distribution service/contract for ext. PoD ID &1 and division &2 ?

  The SAP error message EDER023 indicates that there is no distribution service or contract available for the specified external Purchase Order Document (PoD) ID and division. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's logistics and distribution modules, particularly when dealing with external procurement processes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Distribution Service/Contract: The primary cause of this error is that there is no valid distribution service or contract defined in the system for the specified external PoD ID and division.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the distribution services or contracts may not be set up correctly.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors in the PoD ID or division number being referenced.
  Master Data Issues: The relevant master data (such as vendor, material, or contract) may not be properly maintained or may be missing.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Distribution Services/Contracts:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., ME33K for contracts) and verify if a distribution service or contract exists for the specified PoD ID and division.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create a new distribution service or contract that matches the requirements.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for distribution services is correctly set up in the system. This may involve checking the customizing settings in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object).
  Look for settings related to external procurement and distribution services.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the vendor, material, and any other relevant entities to ensure they are correctly maintained and linked to the distribution service or contract.
  Ensure that the division is correctly assigned to the relevant materials and contracts.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the PoD ID and division number for any typographical errors. Ensure that you are using the correct identifiers.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on managing distribution services and contracts.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME33K (Display Contract), ME31K (Create Contract), and ME32K (Change Contract).
  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 manage distribution services and contracts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the EDER023 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.