How To Fix FSH_MSG_CL_VAS218 - &1 &2: Combination service type &3 and sub service type &4 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSH_MSG_CL_VAS - Message Class for Value Added Services

• Message number: 218

• Message text: &1 &2: Combination service type &3 and sub service type &4 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSH_MSG_CL_VAS218 - &1 &2: Combination service type &3 and sub service type &4 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FSH_MSG_CL_VAS218 indicates that there is an issue with the combination of service type and sub-service type in the context of Value-Added Services (VAS) in SAP. This error typically arises when the system cannot find a valid combination of the specified service type and sub-service type in the configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The specified service type and sub-service type combination has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Input: The values provided for the service type and sub-service type may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings related to VAS.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for Value-Added Services in SAP.
  Verify that the service type and sub-service type you are trying to use are correctly defined.
  If they are not defined, you will need to create the necessary entries in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Validate Input:
  
  Double-check the values you are entering for the service type and sub-service type.
  Ensure that they match the defined values in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to VAS to understand the required configurations and settings.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the relevant master data (e.g., materials, customers) is correctly set up and linked to the appropriate service types.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can assist in troubleshooting the configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes to access the configuration settings for VAS, such as SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) to navigate to the relevant configuration paths.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  Testing: After making any changes, perform tests to ensure that the service type and sub-service type combination works as expected.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message FSH_MSG_CL_VAS218.