How To Fix EI184 - Incompletion procedure & already being used in documents

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 184

• Message text: Incompletion procedure & already being used in documents

What causes this issue?

You have either created a new foreign trade incompletion procedure or
changed, copied or deleted existing procedures.
Incompletion procedure &V1& may have already been used in documents. To
avoid inconsistencies between document processing and list output, you
should regenerate the incompletion situation for all documents in terms
of foreign trade incompletion.

How to fix this error?

You can regenerate the incompletion situation via
<DS:TRAN.VIR1>Reorganisation UnvollstSndigkeit Importbestellungen</>
<DS:TRAN.VRWE>Reorganisation UnvollstSndigkeit ImportwareneingSnge</>
<DS:TRAN.VRLI>Reorganisation UnvollstSndigkeit Exportlieferungen</>
<DS:TRAN.VIR2>Reorganisation UnvollstSndigkeit Exportfakturen</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EI184 - Incompletion procedure & already being used in documents ?

  The SAP error message EI184 typically indicates that there is an issue with the incompletion procedure in the context of a document that is already being used. This error often arises when certain required fields or data are missing in a document, and the system is unable to process it due to these incompletions.
  Cause:
  
  Incompletion Procedure: The error is triggered when the incompletion procedure is activated for a particular document type, and certain mandatory fields are not filled in.
  Document Already in Use: The document in question may already be referenced in other transactions or documents, which can prevent changes or updates to it.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that dictate which fields are mandatory, and if these are not met, the error will occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Required Fields: Review the document to identify any missing mandatory fields. Ensure that all required information is filled in before attempting to save or process the document again.
  Review Incompletion Procedure Settings: Go to the configuration settings for the incompletion procedure in the relevant module (e.g., Sales and Distribution, Materials Management) and verify which fields are marked as mandatory. Adjust these settings if necessary.
  Document Status: If the document is already being used in other transactions, check its status. You may need to complete or finalize the document in its current state before making changes.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like OVV4 (for Sales Document) or OMD1 (for Material Document) to check and modify the incompletion procedure settings.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific guidance on the incompletion procedure and how to resolve related issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the EI184 error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that can help you navigate the settings and configurations related to incompletion procedures.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the document or its settings.
  Testing in Development Environment: If possible, replicate the issue in a development or test environment to troubleshoot without affecting production data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide more in-depth assistance.