How To Fix J_1IRET026 - Change not possible; AIN not available for input criteria

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J_1IRET - Retail India localization

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Change not possible; AIN not available for input criteria

What causes this issue?

You want to change an <DS:GLOS.4AF6EC872F394B6BE10000000A421391>Article
Inward Note</> (AIN). However, you are not able to do so because the
system could not identify an AIN with the correct status. You can change
an AIN with only the following status:
1 - Pending for Approval
2 - Pending for GR

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

System Response

The system cannot find any AIN for change.

How to fix this error?

Specify other selection criteria.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J_1IRET026 - Change not possible; AIN not available for input criteria ?

  The SAP error message J_1IRET026: Change not possible; AIN not available for input criteria typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when dealing with the Brazil localization for tax reporting, particularly in the area of the ICMS (Imposto sobre Circulação de Mercadorias e Serviços) tax.
  Cause:
  This error generally indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary AIN (Automatic Input Number) data for the specified input criteria. This can happen due to several reasons, including:
  
  Missing Configuration: The AIN data may not be properly configured in the system for the specific criteria you are trying to use.
  Data Not Available: The AIN data for the specific transaction or document type may not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Input Criteria: The input criteria you are using may not match any existing AIN records.
  Authorization Issues: There may be restrictions on the user’s ability to access or modify the AIN data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check AIN Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the AIN data is correctly configured in the system. This includes checking the relevant customizing settings in the SAP system for Brazil localization.
  Use transaction codes like OB40 (for tax determination) or J1BTAX (for tax configuration) to review the settings.
  
  
  
  Verify Input Criteria:
  
  Double-check the input criteria you are using. Make sure that it matches the existing AIN records in the system.
  Look for any typos or incorrect values that may be causing the mismatch.
  
  
  
  Review AIN Data:
  
  Use transaction J1IEX or J1I5 to review the AIN data and see if the necessary records exist for the criteria you are trying to use.
  If records are missing, you may need to create or update them.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify AIN data. Check the user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using, as there may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can share their solutions.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP Help documentation for Brazil localization and tax reporting to ensure compliance with local regulations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.