How To Fix J_1IRET027 - Approval 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: 027

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

What causes this issue?

You want to approve 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
approve an AIN with only the following status:
1 - Pending for Approval

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 approval.

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_1IRET027 - Approval not possible; AIN not available for input criteria ?

  The SAP error message J_1IRET027: Approval not possible; AIN not available for input criteria typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when dealing with the Brazilian tax compliance module, particularly in the area of the ICMS (Imposto sobre Circulação de Mercadorias e Serviços) and other tax-related functionalities.
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that the system is unable to find an AIN (Approval Information Number) for the input criteria provided. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing AIN Configuration: The AIN may not be configured correctly in the system for the specific transaction or document type you are trying to process.
  Incorrect Input Criteria: The input criteria (such as document type, date range, or other parameters) may not match any existing AIN records in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data or transaction data that prevent the system from retrieving the necessary AIN.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the AIN data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check AIN Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the AIN is properly configured in the system. This includes checking the relevant customizing settings in the SAP system for the Brazilian tax module.
  Use transaction codes like OBD2 (for tax determination) or J1BTAX (for Brazilian tax configuration) to review the settings.
  
  
  
  Verify Input Criteria:
  
  Double-check the input criteria you are using. Make sure that the document type, date range, and other parameters are correct and correspond to existing AIN records.
  
  
  
  Review Master and Transaction Data:
  
  Check the master data (such as customer/vendor master records) and transaction data (such as invoices) for any inconsistencies or missing information that could affect AIN retrieval.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the AIN data. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the transaction you were trying to execute and any relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation related to the Brazilian tax compliance module for more insights on AIN and its configuration.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other SAP-related discussion platforms for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  Training and Resources: Consider training sessions or resources on Brazilian tax compliance in SAP to better understand the system's requirements and functionalities.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.