How To Fix EDER040 - Combination of service provider &1 and service type &2 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDER - IS-U Deregulation

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Combination of service provider &1 and service type &2 is invalid

What causes this issue?

The service provider has a different service type.

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 EDER040 - Combination of service provider &1 and service type &2 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message EDER040 indicates that there is an invalid combination of a service provider and a service type in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of service management or service processing within SAP, particularly when dealing with service orders, service contracts, or service-related transactions.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The service provider and service type may not be correctly configured in the system. This could be due to missing or incorrect entries in the configuration tables.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the service provider or service type. For example, the service type may not be assigned to the service provider in the relevant configuration.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the combination of service provider and service type.
  
  
  Business Logic: The specific business logic or rules defined in the system may restrict the combination of certain service providers and service types.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EDER040 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for service management in SAP (transaction SPRO).
  Verify that the service provider and service type are correctly defined and linked.
  Ensure that the service type is assigned to the service provider in the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for both the service provider and service type.
  Ensure that there are no missing or incorrect entries that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the service provider and service type.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to ensure proper roles and permissions are assigned.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or business rules that may apply to the combination of service provider and service type.
  Ensure that the combination you are trying to use is valid according to the business logic defined in your organization.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  If the error continues, consider checking for any additional error messages or logs that may provide more context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, SE11 for data dictionary, or SE16 for table data checks.
  Tables: Relevant tables may include those related to service providers and service types, such as TSPROV (Service Provider) and TSTYPE (Service Type).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.