How To Fix EI879 - All combinations of business type and procedure are allowed!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EI - Foreign Trade: Gen. Output

• Message number: 879

• Message text: All combinations of business type and procedure are allowed!

What causes this issue?

You attempted to display all valid combinations of business transaction
types and procedures.
Since no objects relevant to this activity have been maintained in the
Implementation Guide (IMG), all combinations are allowed.

System Response

The system displays an information message.

How to fix this error?

If you are authorized, you can maintain the valid combinations in the
IMG object <DS:TRAN.VI76>Define Combinations Allowed: Business
Transaction Type - Procedure</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EI879 - All combinations of business type and procedure are allowed! ?

  The SAP error message EI879 ("All combinations of business type and procedure are allowed!") typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when there is an issue related to the configuration of business types and procedures in the system. This error is often encountered in the context of the SAP Financial Accounting (FI) module, particularly when dealing with document types, payment methods, or other related configurations.
  Cause:
  The error message EI879 indicates that the system has encountered a situation where the combination of business type and procedure is not valid or not configured correctly. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The business type and procedure may not be properly defined in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the configuration tables.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data entered for business types and procedures, leading to the system not recognizing valid combinations.
  Missing Customization: If the system has been customized, certain combinations may not have been set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EI879 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the relevant module (e.g., Financial Accounting).
  Verify the settings for business types and procedures. Ensure that all necessary combinations are defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Customization:
  
  If your organization has customized the SAP system, review the custom settings to ensure that they align with the standard configurations.
  Check if any recent changes were made to the configuration that could have led to this issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to the specific business type and procedure you are working with. This can provide insights into valid combinations and configurations.
  
  
  
  Test Combinations:
  
  If possible, test different combinations of business types and procedures to identify which specific combination is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration checks, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on the specific version and configuration of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (for configuration) or SE11 (for data dictionary) to check the relevant tables and settings.
  Tables to Check: Look into tables such as T001 (Company Codes), T003 (Document Types), and others related to your specific business processes.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the EI879 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.