How To Fix EDER208 - Invalid division &1 for service type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDER - IS-U Deregulation

• Message number: 208

• Message text: Invalid division &1 for service type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDER208 - Invalid division &1 for service type &2 ?

  The SAP error message EDER208 "Invalid division &1 for service type &2" typically occurs in the context of service management or service processing within SAP systems. This error indicates that there is an issue with the division (organizational unit) assigned to a particular service type in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Division: The division specified in the error message does not exist or is not valid for the specified service type.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the service type settings or the organizational structure.
  Master Data Issues: The master data related to the service type or division may be incomplete or incorrect.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified division or service type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Division and Service Type:
  
  Verify that the division specified in the error message is correctly defined in the system.
  Ensure that the service type is correctly configured to allow the specified division.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for service types and divisions in the SAP system (transaction codes like SPRO may be used).
  Ensure that the division is assigned to the correct service type and that all necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Master Data Validation:
  
  Check the master data for the service type and division to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  If necessary, update or correct the master data.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the appropriate authorizations to access the division and service type.
  Review the user roles and authorizations in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the service type and division configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration), SE11 (for data dictionary), and SE16 (for table data viewing).
  Tables: Check relevant tables that may hold information about service types and divisions, such as T001 (Company Codes) and T005 (Countries).
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to EDER208 for any known issues or patches that may address the error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the EDER208 error in your SAP system.