How To Fix EEDMIDESERVPROV089 - Second external ID for service provider &1 is initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EEDMIDESERVPROV - Service Provider Messages

• Message number: 089

• Message text: Second external ID for service provider &1 is initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EEDMIDESERVPROV089 - Second external ID for service provider &1 is initial ?

  The SAP error message EEDMIDESERVPROV089 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a service provider in the SAP system. Specifically, it points out that the second external ID for the service provider is not set (i.e., it is "initial" or empty). This can occur in scenarios where multiple external IDs are expected for a service provider, but one of them has not been defined.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The second external ID for the service provider has not been configured in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an oversight during data entry or configuration, leading to an empty field.
  Integration Issues: If the service provider is being integrated with other systems, the necessary external IDs may not have been properly synchronized.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Service Provider Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings for the service provider in the SAP system.
  Ensure that both external IDs are defined and populated correctly.
  
  
  
  Update External ID:
  
  If the second external ID is indeed required, enter the appropriate value in the configuration.
  If it is not required, check if the system allows you to proceed without it or if you need to adjust the configuration to make it optional.
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  Review the data entries for the service provider to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  If necessary, consult with the team responsible for maintaining service provider data to ensure compliance with the required standards.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error message no longer appears and that the service provider functions as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (for configuration) or BP (Business Partner) to access the relevant settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help guides related to service provider configuration for more detailed instructions.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the missing second external ID, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the service provider is correctly configured in the SAP system.