How To Fix EI163 - Careful: No proposal for SU indicator specified!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Careful: No proposal for SU indicator specified!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EI163 - Careful: No proposal for SU indicator specified! ?

  The SAP error message EI163 ("Careful: No proposal for SU indicator specified!") typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when dealing with the handling of stock transport orders, especially in the context of the logistics and materials management modules. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine a suitable Stock Transport Order (STO) indicator for the transaction you are trying to execute.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause of this error is that the system configuration for Stock Transport Orders is incomplete or incorrect. Specifically, the system may not have a defined proposal for the Stock Transport Order indicator (SU indicator).
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data related to the materials or plants involved in the transaction.
  Transaction Context: The error can also arise if the transaction context does not match the expected parameters for generating a proposal.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in the SAP system (transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for Stock Transport Orders and ensure that the necessary settings for the SU indicator are properly defined.
  Ensure that the relevant movement types and stock types are configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for the materials involved in the transaction. Ensure that the necessary views (e.g., purchasing, sales, and storage) are maintained.
  Verify that the plants involved in the transaction are correctly set up and that the necessary stock transport order settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Parameters:
  
  Review the parameters you are using in the transaction that triggered the error. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that the transaction context is appropriate.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the configuration of Stock Transport Orders and the SU indicator.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and master data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific version of SAP you are using.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order) as they may be involved in the process.
  Movement Types: Understand the movement types associated with stock transport orders, as they play a crucial role in the logistics processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide updates to the system that could resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EI163 error and implement a solution to resolve it.