How To Fix SRM_BAPI_TEST008 - Do not display message, despite incorrect SPS ID

SRM_BAPI_TEST008 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRM_BAPI_TEST - Messages for Screen Output of BAPI Report

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Do not display message, despite incorrect SPS ID

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRM_BAPI_TEST008 - Do not display message, despite incorrect SPS ID ?

  The SAP error message SRM_BAPI_TEST008 typically indicates that there is an issue with the Service Pack Stack (SPS) ID being used in a transaction or function call within the SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) module. This error suggests that the system is not displaying a message even though the SPS ID is incorrect, which can lead to confusion during troubleshooting.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect SPS ID: The primary cause of this error is that the SPS ID being referenced is not valid or does not exist in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SRM system that prevent the correct handling of SPS IDs.
  System Bugs: There could be bugs or inconsistencies in the version of SAP SRM you are using that affect how SPS IDs are processed.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations may prevent the system from displaying error messages correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify SPS ID: Check the SPS ID being used in the