How To Fix M8_2191 - Service &1 cannot be selected for operation &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8_2 - Logistics Invoice Verification

• Message number: 191

• Message text: Service &1 cannot be selected for operation &2

What causes this issue?

Currently, the selected service is not entered with incoming invoices.
For this reason, you must not enter credit memos, subsequent debits, or
subsequent credits using this service.

System Response

INCLUDE ISR_STOP

How to fix this error?

Select a different service.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8_2191 - Service &1 cannot be selected for operation &2 ?

  The SAP error message M8_2191, which states "Service &1 cannot be selected for operation &2," typically occurs in the context of service management or maintenance processing within SAP. This error indicates that the specified service (denoted by &1) is not available or cannot be selected for the specified operation (denoted by &2).
  Causes:
  
  Service Not Defined: The service you are trying to select may not be defined in the system for the specific operation.
  Service Status: The service might be inactive or not available for selection due to its status.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the service master data or the operation data that prevent the selection.
  Dependencies: There could be dependencies or prerequisites that are not met for the service to be available for the operation.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to select the service for the operation.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Service Definition: Verify that the service is correctly defined in the system. You can do this by checking the service master data.
  Review Service Status: Ensure that the service is active and available for selection. If it is inactive, you may need to activate it.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings related to the service and the operation. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  Dependencies Check: Look for any dependencies or prerequisites that need to be fulfilled for the service to be available for the operation.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and select the service. You may need to consult with your SAP security team if there are authorization issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like IW31 (Create Order), IW32 (Change Order), or IW33 (Display Order) to work with maintenance orders and services.
  Service Master Data: You can check the service master data using transaction code AC03 or AC02 to see the details of the service.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on service management and maintenance processing.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.