How To Fix EI256 - Entry of goods direction only possible for incompleteness check

EI256 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 256

• Message text: Entry of goods direction only possible for incompleteness check

What causes this issue?

You have maintained the direction of goods for the incompleteness
check, but you have not activated the incompleteness check for the
declaration characteristic.

System Response

The system does not permit this entry.

How to fix this error?

Correct your entry.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EI256 - Entry of goods direction only possible for incompleteness check ?

  The SAP error message EI256 ("Entry of goods direction only possible for incompleteness check") typically occurs in the context of inventory management or goods movement processes. This error indicates that the system has detected an issue with the goods movement entry, specifically related to the incompleteness check.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incompleteness Check: The error usually arises when the system is configured to perform an incompleteness check, and certain required fields or data are missing in the document or transaction you are trying to process.
  Missing Data: This could be due to missing information in the material document, such as quantity, storage location, or other relevant fields that are necessary for the goods movement.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the material management module that enforce strict checks on goods movements, leading to this error if the checks are not satisfied.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Required Fields: Review the transaction or document you are trying to process and ensure