How To Fix EI305 - No items are elible for preference in document &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 305

• Message text: No items are elible for preference in document &1

What causes this issue?

You attempted to issue an output that has a preference document
assigned to it, but the related document <ZH>&V1&</> has no preference-
authorized items.

System Response

If you execute the message output in the foreground, the system cancels
the edit process. If you start the message output in the background,
the edit process of the current output is cancelled, but other, future
outputs are processed normally.

How to fix this error?

To analyse the problem, proceed as follows:
Check your settings in Customizing for output <ZH>&V2&</> regarding
print controls for foreign trade outputs. Check the field <LS>Control
doc. type</>, making sure that output type <ZH>&V2&</> is classified
correctly. Then check the settings in output determination. Is a
preference document supposed to be printed for document <ZH>&V1&</>?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EI305 - No items are elible for preference in document &1 ?

  The SAP error message EI305 "No items are eligible for preference in document &1" typically occurs in the context of foreign trade and customs processing, particularly when dealing with preferential trade agreements. This error indicates that the system could not find any items in the specified document that qualify for preferential treatment under the applicable trade regulations.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Preference Information: The items in the document may not have the necessary preference information set up, such as origin or preference criteria.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type may not be configured to allow for preference processing.
  Ineligible Items: The items in the document may not meet the criteria for preferential treatment, such as not being sourced from a qualifying country.
  Incomplete Master Data: The material master data or vendor master data may be incomplete or incorrect, lacking necessary information for preference determination.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the foreign trade settings in SAP, such as missing or incorrect settings for preference determination.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Item Details: Review the items in the document to ensure they have the correct preference information, such as country of origin and preference criteria.
  Verify Document Type: Ensure that the document type being used is set up to allow for preference processing.
  Review Eligibility: Confirm that the items are eligible for preferential treatment based on the applicable trade agreements and regulations.
  Update Master Data: Ensure that the material master and vendor master data are complete and accurate, particularly regarding origin and preference information.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings in SAP for foreign trade and preference determination to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on preference processing and error EI305.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), or any specific transaction related to foreign trade.
  Customs and Trade Compliance: Ensure that your organization is compliant with customs regulations and trade agreements, as this can impact preference eligibility.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to process preference-related transactions.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant specializing in SAP foreign trade and customs processing.