How To Fix VN201 - Export data for the document is incomplete

VN201 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VN - Nachrichtensteuerung

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Export data for the document is incomplete

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VN201 - Details

• Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message VN201 - Export data for the document is incomplete:
  
  SAP Error Message: VN201
  Text: Export data for the document is incomplete
  
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to post or process a vendor invoice or related document in SAP, and the system detects that the required export-related data fields are not completely filled. This typically happens in scenarios where export/import control is active, and the system expects certain export data (such as customs information, export license, export declaration, etc.) to be maintained for the document.
  The system checks for completeness of export data based on the configuration in the Foreign Trade (Foreign Trade/Customs) module. If mandatory export data is missing or incomplete, the system issues this error to ensure compliance with export regulations and proper customs processing.
  
  Common Causes:
  
  Missing or incomplete export data in the document header or item level.
  Export control settings are active, but