How To Fix EI755 - Material & has commodity code &2 assigned, but no import no.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 755

• Message text: Material & has commodity code &2 assigned, but no import no.

What causes this issue?

The material & has the commodity code no. & assigned to it, but no
import code number.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Enter manually another import code number that can be assigned to the
material. You also have the option of searching for a number using the
pushbutton 'Information import code number'.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EI755 - Material & has commodity code &2 assigned, but no import no. ?

  The SAP error message EI755 indicates that a material has a commodity code assigned, but there is no corresponding import number associated with it. This error typically arises in the context of international trade and customs processing within SAP, particularly when dealing with materials that are subject to import/export regulations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Import Number: The material in question has a commodity code, which is used for customs classification, but it lacks an import number. The import number is necessary for customs declarations and compliance.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system related to the material master data or customs settings.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect or incomplete data entry when creating or updating the material master record.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Assign Import Number:
  
  Navigate to the material master record (transaction code MM02).
  Check the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Purchasing, or Foreign Trade) to ensure that an import number is assigned to the material.
  If not, you will need to enter the appropriate import number that corresponds to the commodity code.
  
  
  
  Review Commodity Code:
  
  Ensure that the commodity code assigned to the material is correct and valid for the intended import/export activities.
  If necessary, consult with your compliance or trade department to verify the correct commodity code and associated import number.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to foreign trade and customs. This may involve checking the settings in the Customizing (SPRO) area for foreign trade.
  Ensure that the necessary settings for import numbers and commodity codes are properly configured.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Conduct a data validation check to ensure that all required fields in the material master are filled out correctly.
  Look for any inconsistencies or missing information that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on handling foreign trade and customs-related settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material), and ME21N (Create Purchase Order) to manage material data effectively.
  Customs Compliance: Ensure that your organization is compliant with local and international customs regulations, as this can impact the import/export process.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as SAP frequently updates its software to address bugs and improve functionality.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EI755 error and ensure that your material records are complete and compliant with customs requirements.