How To Fix SE123 - Maintain services or limits (function not possible)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SE - Dienstleistungen Stammdaten Leistungsposition

• Message number: 123

• Message text: Maintain services or limits (function not possible)

What causes this issue?

You tried to create a service item without services or limits.

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?

Maintain services or limits in the service specifications. If you want
to delete the service specifications, delete the entire document item.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SE123 - Maintain services or limits (function not possible) ?

  The SAP error message SE123, which states "Maintain services or limits (function not possible)," typically occurs when there is an issue related to the configuration of services or limits in the SAP system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when trying to maintain service limits for a particular user or when attempting to access certain functionalities that require specific configurations.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to maintain services or limits.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the service limits or related settings in the system.
  System Settings: The system may not be set up correctly to allow the maintenance of services or limits.
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions may be restricted based on the user role or profile.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action. This can be done by checking the user's role assignments and authorizations in transaction SU53 or SUIM.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings related to services and limits. This may involve checking the relevant customizing settings in the SAP system.
  Use transaction SPRO to navigate to the relevant configuration areas and ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific functionality you are trying to access. There may be specific prerequisites or configurations that need to be in place.
  
  
  
  Check for System Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates. Sometimes, bugs in earlier versions can lead to such errors.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU53 (Authorization Check), SU01 (User Maintenance), and SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error SE123 in the SAP Support Portal. These notes may provide additional insights or solutions.
  User Roles: Review the roles assigned to the user and ensure they align with the required permissions for the tasks being performed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the SE123 error in your SAP system.