How To Fix SRM_GENERIC_SP120 - Documentation class for SPS &1 not defined or SPS does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRM_GENERIC_SP - SRM: Generic Service Provider

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Documentation class for SPS &1 not defined or SPS does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRM_GENERIC_SP120 - Documentation class for SPS &1 not defined or SPS does not exist ?

  The SAP error message "SRM_GENERIC_SP120 Documentation class for SPS &1 not defined or SPS does not exist" typically occurs in the context of SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) when the system is unable to find the specified Service Provider System (SPS) or its associated documentation class. This can happen for various reasons, including configuration issues or missing entries in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The SPS may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the error.
  Incorrect SPS ID: The SPS ID specified in the transaction may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the SPS configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the SPS or its documentation class.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the SPS in the database.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check SPS Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO) and verify that the SPS is correctly defined.
  Ensure that the documentation class for the SPS is also defined.
  
  
  
  Verify SPS ID:
  
  Double-check the SPS ID being used in the transaction to ensure it is correct and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the SPS configuration was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully imported without errors.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the SPS and its documentation class. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks or reports to identify any inconsistencies in the data related to the SPS.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to SRM and SPS for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration), SE11 (for data dictionary), and SE16 (for table data viewing).
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.