How To Fix EI269 - Select at least one declaration type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 269

• Message text: Select at least one declaration type

What causes this issue?

You tried to define an exclusion or inclusion indicator without
selecting at least one control of the four possible declaration types:

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

INTRASTAT
EXTRASTAT / VAR
KOBRA
SED / AERP

System Response

The system does not allow this entry.

How to fix this error?

Correct your entry and select at least one declaration type.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EI269 - Select at least one declaration type ?

  The SAP error message EI269 "Select at least one declaration type" typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when dealing with declarations, such as tax declarations or other regulatory reporting requirements. This error indicates that the user has not selected any declaration type when attempting to execute a function that requires at least one declaration type to be specified.
  Cause:
  
  No Declaration Type Selected: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected any declaration type in the relevant screen or transaction.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of declaration types in the system, leading to the inability to select any valid options.
  User Role/Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select declaration types.
  
  Solution:
  
  Select Declaration Type: Ensure that you select at least one declaration type from the available options in the relevant screen. Look for checkboxes or dropdown menus where declaration types are listed.
  Check Configuration: If you are an administrator or have access to configuration settings, verify that the declaration types are correctly configured in the system. This may involve checking the relevant customizing settings in the SAP system.
  User Authorization: If you suspect that the issue may be related to user roles or authorizations, check with your SAP security team to ensure that your user account has the necessary permissions to access and select declaration types.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or module you are working with for additional guidance on how to properly select declaration types.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to tax reporting or declarations, such as J1IN (for Indian tax declarations) or similar.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions for specific scenarios.
  User Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or discussion boards for insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact your SAP support team for further assistance.