How To Fix EI863 - Goods number &1 does not exist for country &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 863

• Message text: Goods number &1 does not exist for country &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EI863 - Goods number &1 does not exist for country &2 ?

  The SAP error message EI863 indicates that the goods number specified in the transaction does not exist for the specified country. This error typically arises in the context of logistics, inventory management, or when dealing with international trade and customs.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Goods Number: The goods number (material number) you are trying to use does not exist in the system for the specified country.
  Country-Specific Data: The goods number may not be defined for the specific country in the material master or related configuration.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the material master for the country in question.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the country or goods number may not be set up correctly in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master: Verify that the goods number exists in the material master for the specified country. You can do this by using transaction code MM03 to display the material and check the relevant views.
  Create/Update Material: If the goods number does not exist, you may need to create it or update the existing material master data to include the necessary country-specific information.
  Review Country-Specific Settings: Ensure that the country-specific settings in the system are correctly configured. This may involve checking the configuration in the IMG (Implementation Guide) under Logistics or Material Management.
  Consult with Master Data Team: If you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, consult with your master data management team to ensure that the goods number is correctly set up for the country in question.
  Check for Transport Issues: If the goods number was recently created or modified, ensure that all relevant transport requests have been moved to the production environment.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM03 (Display Material), MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material).
  Material Master Views: Ensure that the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Sales Org Data, Plant Data) are properly maintained for the goods number.
  Customs and Compliance: If this error occurs in the context of customs or international trade, ensure that all compliance requirements are met for the specific country.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EI863 error and ensure that the goods number is correctly recognized for the specified country in your SAP system.