How To Fix IX038 - Partner determination procedure & is not allowed for Customer Service


IX038 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: IX - Messages for Service Processing

  • Message number: 038

  • Message text: Partner determination procedure & is not allowed for Customer Service

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  • What causes this issue?

    You have chosen a <GL:partner_determination_procedure>partner
    determination procedure</> that is not valid for service processing.

    System Response

    The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

    How to fix this error?

    Select a different partner determination procedure, if necessary using
    the possible entries help.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IX038 - Partner determination procedure & is not allowed for Customer Service ?
    The SAP error message IX038, which states "Partner determination procedure & is not allowed for Customer Service," typically occurs in the context of SAP Customer Service (CS) when there is an issue with the partner determination procedure assigned to a service order or a related document.
    
    Cause: Incorrect Partner Determination Procedure: The partner determination procedure assigned to the customer service document (like service orders, notifications, etc.) may not be configured correctly or may not be allowed for the specific transaction type. Missing Configuration: The partner determination procedure may not be set up for the specific customer service scenario you are working with. Transaction Type Restrictions: The transaction type being used may not support the partner determination procedure that is currently assigned.
    Solution: Check Partner Determination Procedure: Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction SPRO). Navigate to Customer Service > Basic Settings > Partner Determination. Verify that the partner determination procedure assigned to your service order or notification is

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