How To Fix EIP010 - Characteristic was not maintained in the FT data of the document header.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EIP - Foreign Trade: Messages for Log Printout

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Characteristic was not maintained in the FT data of the document header.

What causes this issue?

The system did not find characteristic &V1& in the business document
&V2&.

System Response

The system issues an error message.

How to fix this error?

Maintain the characteristic &V1& in the Foreign Trade data of document
&V2&.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EIP010 - Characteristic was not maintained in the FT data of the document header. ?

  The SAP error message EIP010, which states "Characteristic was not maintained in the FT data of the document header," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Flexible Workflow or when dealing with document management and processing. This error indicates that a required characteristic for a document or transaction is missing in the header data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristics: The error usually arises when certain required characteristics (attributes or fields) that are expected in the document header are not filled in or maintained.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the system where the characteristics are not properly defined or linked to the document type.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may have missed entering necessary information during the document creation or modification process.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may not be handling the characteristics correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Header: Review the document header to ensure that all required characteristics are filled in. This may involve checking the specific transaction or document type that generated the error.
  Configuration Review: Go to the configuration settings in SAP (usually in SPRO) and verify that the characteristics are correctly defined for the relevant document type. Ensure that the necessary fields are marked as required.
  User Training: If the issue is due to user error, consider providing additional training or documentation to ensure that users understand what information is required when creating or modifying documents.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, you may need to debug the process to identify where the characteristics are not being populated. This may involve working with your SAP technical team.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to access the document or configuration settings (e.g., ME21N for purchase orders, FB60 for invoices).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on document management and characteristics.
  Support Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.