How To Fix OPS_SE_PUR210 - Enter a service_performer

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OPS_SE_PUR - Purchasing: Messages for Service Enabling

• Message number: 210

• Message text: Enter a service_performer

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OPS_SE_PUR210 - Enter a service_performer ?

  The SAP error message OPS_SE_PUR210, which states "Enter a service performer," typically occurs in the context of service procurement or service entry sheets in SAP. This error indicates that the system requires a service performer to be specified for the service being processed.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Service Performer: The service performer (the vendor or service provider) has not been specified in the service entry sheet or purchase order.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the service procurement process in SAP.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have overlooked entering the service performer while creating or modifying the service entry sheet.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the OPS_SE_PUR210 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Service Entry Sheet:
  
  Navigate to the service entry sheet where the error occurred.
  Ensure that the "Service Performer" field is filled in with the correct vendor or service provider.
  
  
  
  Review Purchase Order:
  
  If the service entry sheet is linked to a purchase order, check the purchase order to ensure that the vendor is correctly assigned.
  If necessary, update the purchase order to include the correct vendor.
  
  
  
  Configuration Check:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the service procurement settings are correctly configured.
  Verify that the necessary settings for service procurement and service entry sheets are in place.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on the correct process for entering service performers in service entry sheets to avoid future errors.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error message. Sometimes, SAP releases patches or notes that provide solutions for known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ML81N (Service Entry Sheet) to navigate the procurement process effectively.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or user manuals related to service procurement for detailed guidance on the process.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the OPS_SE_PUR210 error and successfully enter the required service performer in your SAP system.