How To Fix EIP020 - The statistical value of the document item is zero.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 020

• Message text: The statistical value of the document item is zero.

What causes this issue?

The statistical value of the document item is zero.

System Response

The system issues an error message.

How to fix this error?

Check the settings for price determination. If possible, change the
statistical value in the business document. If the statistical value
can no longer be changed, use the manual follow-up processing of
characteristic &V1& using the respective maintenance transaction. Note
that manual follow-up processing is only possible for the INTRASTAT and
EXTRASTAT declaration types. You have to update the declaration data
prior to follow-up processing!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EIP020 - The statistical value of the document item is zero. ?

  The SAP error message EIP020, which states "The statistical value of the document item is zero," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or document postings where statistical values are expected but not provided. This error can arise in various modules, including Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Statistical Value: The document item being processed does not have a statistical value assigned, which is required for the transaction.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the relevant document type or account may not be set up to handle statistical values properly.
  Data Entry Error: There may be an oversight during data entry where the statistical value was not filled in.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may require statistical values, and if the document type used does not support this, it can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Item: Review the document item in question to ensure that a statistical value is provided. If it is missing, enter the appropriate value.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the document type and account in the SAP system to ensure that they are set up to accept statistical values.
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) and verify the settings for the document type.
  
  
  Data Entry Validation: Ensure that users are trained to enter all required fields, including statistical values, when creating or posting documents.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on handling statistical values in the context of the transaction you are working with.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the transaction to identify where the statistical value is being set or missed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like FB01 (Post Document), F-02 (General Posting), or others related to financial postings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common errors.
  User Exits or BAdIs: If custom logic is involved, check for any user exits or Business Add-Ins (BAdIs) that might be affecting the posting logic.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant module.