How To Fix WS_INTRASTAT004 - Error during data transfer

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS_INTRASTAT - Settlement Management - Intrastat

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Error during data transfer

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS_INTRASTAT004 - Error during data transfer ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WS_INTRASTAT004 - Error during data transfer
  
  Cause
  The error message WS_INTRASTAT004 typically occurs during the Intrastat data transfer process in SAP. Intrastat is used for reporting trade statistics within the European Union. This error indicates that there was a problem when SAP tried to transfer or communicate Intrastat data, often during the generation or submission of Intrastat reports.
  Common causes include:
  
  Communication issues: Problems with the connection to the external Intrastat data transfer service or web service.
  Incorrect configuration: Missing or incorrect settings in the Intrastat data transfer setup (e.g., wrong endpoint URL, missing credentials).
  Data inconsistencies: Errors in the Intrastat data itself, such as missing mandatory fields or invalid data formats.
  Authorization issues: The user or system does not have the necessary authorizations to perform the data transfer.
  System or network errors: Temporary system downtime, network interruptions, or SAP system errors during the transfer.
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve the WS_INTRASTAT004 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Detailed Error Log  
  
  Use transaction SICF to check the web service logs if applicable.
  Review the detailed error message in the application log (transaction SLG1) or the Intrastat report logs.
  Identify if the error is due to communication, data, or configuration.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration Settings  
  
  Go to transaction WE20 (Partner Profiles) and check the settings for the Intrastat data transfer partner.
  Check the endpoint URL and credentials in the Intrastat data transfer customizing (transaction OBXD or via IMG path: Logistics General ? Foreign Trade/Customs ? Intrastat ? Data Transfer).
  Ensure the correct communication method (e.g., web service, file transfer) is configured.
  
  
  
  Validate Intrastat Data  
  
  Run consistency checks on the Intrastat data using transaction VCI1 or VCI2.
  Correct any missing or invalid data fields (e.g., commodity codes, country codes, transport mode).
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations  
  
  Ensure the user executing the transfer has the necessary authorizations for Intrastat data transfer.
  Check roles and authorizations related to Intrastat and data transfer.
  
  
  
  Test the Connection  
  
  If using a web service, test the connection to the external Intrastat service.
  Use transaction SM59 to test RFC or HTTP connections.
  
  
  
  Retry the Data Transfer  
  
  After corrections, retry the data transfer process.
  Monitor the logs for successful completion.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support  
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to WS_INTRASTAT004.
  If the problem persists, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing detailed logs and system information.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Intrastat Reporting in SAP: Intrastat is mandatory for companies trading goods within the EU. SAP provides standard tools for data collection, validation, and transfer.
  Transactions:
  
  VCI1 / VCI2 – Intrastat data consistency checks.
  OBXD – Intrastat data transfer customizing.
  SLG1 – Application log for error details.
  SM59 – RFC and HTTP connection tests.
  SICF – Internet Communication Framework for web services.
  
  
  SAP Help Portal: Refer to the SAP Help documentation on Intrastat for detailed configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Search for notes related to Intrastat data transfer errors and WS_INTRASTAT004.
  
  
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