How To Fix EI270 - Maintain all declaration types

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 270

• Message text: Maintain all declaration types

What causes this issue?

You tried to set the "inclusion" indicator for this exclusion/inclusion
indicator to control at least one declaration type.
The system would select and declare documents marked this way for this
declaration type.
In addition, you have not or only partially maintained the controls for
the remaining declaration types.

System Response

If you select the control for at least one of the four declaration
types and set the "inclusion" indicator without selecting the control
of the remaining declaration types as well and qualify it with
"exclusion" or "inclusion", the system does not allow this entry.

How to fix this error?

Correct your entry and deselect all selections with "inclusion" or
select all remaining declaration types and assign the "exclusion" or
"inclusion" qualification.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EI270 - Maintain all declaration types ?

  The SAP error message EI270 "Maintain all declaration types" typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when dealing with the declaration of various types of data, particularly in the area of tax reporting or compliance. This error indicates that not all required declaration types have been maintained or configured in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The error usually arises when certain declaration types that are required for processing are not set up in the system.
  Incomplete Master Data: If the master data for a specific entity (like a vendor or customer) is incomplete or missing necessary information related to declaration types, this error can occur.
  Incorrect Settings: Sometimes, the settings in the configuration for tax reporting or declarations may not be correctly defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually found in the SPRO transaction).
  Ensure that all necessary declaration types are defined and maintained according to the requirements of your business and local regulations.
  
  
  
  Maintain Declaration Types:
  
  Go to the relevant area in the SAP system where declaration types are maintained (this could be under Financial Accounting or Tax settings).
  Add or update the missing declaration types as required.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the relevant entities (customers, vendors, etc.) to ensure that all necessary fields related to declaration types are filled out correctly.
  Update any missing information.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific guidance on maintaining declaration types relevant to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test to ensure that the error no longer appears and that the system processes the declarations correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message. SAP frequently releases notes that address known issues.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EI270 error and ensure that all necessary declaration types are properly maintained in your SAP system.