06596 - Import procedure & not defined for any country

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 596

• Message text: Import procedure & not defined for any country

What causes this issue?

The import/export procedure you entered has not been defined for any
country.

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?

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INCLUDE SYSADMIN_NA LANGUAGE EN

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06596 - Import procedure & not defined for any country ?

  The SAP error message "06596 Import procedure & not defined for any country" typically occurs in the context of foreign trade and customs management within the SAP system. This error indicates that the import procedure you are trying to use has not been defined for any country in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The import procedure has not been set up in the system for the specific country you are working with.
  Incorrect Procedure Code: The procedure code you are using may be incorrect or not recognized by the system.
  Country-Specific Settings: The import procedure may need to be defined specifically for the country in question, and it has not been done.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Import Procedure Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBD2 (or SPRO for customizing).
  Navigate to the relevant path for defining import procedures, typically found under:
  
  Logistics > Logistics Execution > Foreign Trade > Basic Functions > Import > Define Import Procedures.
  
  
  Ensure that the import procedure you are trying to use is defined for the relevant country.
  
  
  
  Define the Import Procedure:
  
  If the import procedure is not defined, you will need to create it.
  Specify the necessary details, including the country code and the relevant import procedure.
  
  
  
  Check for Existing Procedures:
  
  If you believe the procedure should already exist, double-check the configuration to ensure it has not been inadvertently deleted or modified.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to foreign trade and customs management for additional guidance on setting up import procedures.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the import procedure again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBD2, SPRO, and others related to foreign trade.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  Consult with Experts: If you are unsure about making changes, consult with your SAP functional consultant or a colleague with expertise in foreign trade and customs management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the import procedure is correctly defined for the relevant country in your SAP system.