How To Fix EEDMIDESERVPROV091 - First ext. ID &2 with cat. &3 already assigned to SP &1 and service &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EEDMIDESERVPROV - Service Provider Messages

• Message number: 091

• Message text: First ext. ID &2 with cat. &3 already assigned to SP &1 and service &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EEDMIDESERVPROV091 - First ext. ID &2 with cat. &3 already assigned to SP &1 and service &4 ?

  The SAP error message EEDMIDESERVPROV091 indicates that there is a conflict with the assignment of an external ID to a service provider in the SAP system. Specifically, it means that the external ID (represented by &2) with a specific category (represented by &3) is already assigned to another service provider (represented by SP &1) and service (represented by &4).
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in scenarios where:
  
  There is an attempt to assign an external ID to a service provider that is already in use by another service provider or service.
  There may be a data entry error where the same external ID is mistakenly being reused.
  The configuration or master data setup may not be correctly maintained, leading to conflicts.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Assignments:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the relevant database tables (e.g., EEDM_ID or similar) to see where the external ID is currently assigned.
  Identify the service provider and service that are currently using the external ID.
  
  
  
  Modify or Remove Conflicting Assignment:
  
  If the external ID needs to be assigned to a different service provider, you may need to remove the existing assignment from the current service provider or change the external ID for the new assignment.
  Ensure that the external ID is unique for the combination of service provider and category.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run data consistency checks to ensure that there are no other conflicts in the master data.
  Use transaction SICF to check for inconsistencies in service definitions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to service provider management and external ID assignments for any specific guidelines or best practices.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists or if you are unsure about making changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE16, SE11, SICF, and others that may help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Master Data Management: Understanding how master data is managed in your SAP system can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.