How To Fix EI002 - Foreign trade item data is incomplete

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EI - Foreign Trade: Gen. Output

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Foreign trade item data is incomplete

What causes this issue?

In the Foreign Trade Implementation Guide (IMG) activity
<DS:CHAP.SIMG_CFMENUOLSDSTEU>Control Foreign Trade Data in MM and SD
documents</>, you can control which fields the system should check for
completeness by using an incompletion procedure for the document header
depending on the goods direction (export/import).

How to fix this error?

Maintain the incomplete fields. To access these fields, choose
<LS>Incompleteness analysis</> on the Foreign Trade Screen. The system
will then display all missing fields for you.
&NOTE&
If you maintain foreign trade item data that is part of an SD billing
document that has already been forwarded to financial accounting, you
can only save your changes if the system status is <ZH>complete</> (the
light is green) on document item level.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EI002 - Foreign trade item data is incomplete ?

  The SAP error message EI002, which states "Foreign trade item data is incomplete," typically occurs in the context of foreign trade and logistics when certain required data for a foreign trade item is missing or incomplete. This can happen during various processes, such as creating a sales order, delivery, or invoice for goods that are subject to foreign trade regulations.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data: Required fields related to foreign trade, such as export license numbers, customs tariff numbers, or country of origin, may not be filled in.
  Incomplete Master Data: The material master or vendor master data may lack necessary foreign trade information.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to handle foreign trade data for specific materials or transactions.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may require additional foreign trade data that is not present.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and ensure that all relevant foreign trade data is filled in, especially in the Foreign Trade view.
  Ensure that the customs tariff number, country of origin, and any other required fields are populated.
  
  
  
  Review Vendor Master Data:
  
  If applicable, check the vendor master data (transaction code XK03) for any missing foreign trade information.
  
  
  
  Complete Required Fields:
  
  When creating or processing documents, ensure that all mandatory fields related to foreign trade are filled in. This may include export licenses, Incoterms, and other relevant data.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the system is set up correctly for handling foreign trade data. This includes checking the settings in the Foreign Trade module (GTS) if applicable.
  
  
  
  Error Log Review:
  
  Review the error log or application log for more detailed information about what specific data is missing. This can provide clues on what needs to be corrected.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific requirements related to foreign trade data for your industry or region.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Material Master), XK03 (Vendor Master), and others that may be involved in the foreign trade process.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom development is involved, check for any user exits or BAdIs that may be affecting the foreign trade data processing.
  
  By addressing the missing or incomplete data as outlined above, you should be able to resolve the EI002 error and proceed with your foreign trade transactions in SAP.