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How To Fix WS_INTRASTAT033 - Region of destination for supplier not found in document &


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: WS_INTRASTAT - Settlement Management - Intrastat

  • Message number: 033

  • Message text: Region of destination for supplier not found in document &

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    SAP Error Message:

    WS_INTRASTAT033 - Region of destination for supplier not found in document &


    Cause:

    This error occurs during the Intrastat reporting process in SAP. Intrastat is used to collect statistics on the trade of goods between EU member states.

    • The system expects a region of destination (a specific geographic region code) for the supplier in the document (e.g., purchase order, goods movement, invoice).
    • The region of destination is missing or not maintained in the relevant master data or transaction document.
    • This region is necessary for Intrastat reporting to correctly classify the movement of goods between regions within the EU.

    Where the Problem Typically Occurs:

    • In the vendor master data (especially the address or region fields).
    • In the document header or item level where the supplier's region should be specified.
    • During Intrastat data extraction or reporting.

    Solution:

    1. Check Vendor Master Data:

      • Go to transaction XK03 (Display Vendor) or MK03.
      • Verify that the vendor's address includes a valid region (state/province) code.
      • The region must be maintained correctly and must correspond to the region codes used in Intrastat.
    2. Maintain Region in Document:

      • If the document (e.g., purchase order, invoice) requires a region of destination, ensure it is entered.
      • Sometimes, the region is derived from the vendor master or the plant address; verify these are correctly maintained.
    3. Maintain Region Codes in SAP:

      • Use transaction OVK1 to maintain region codes.
      • Ensure that the region codes used are consistent with Intrastat requirements.
    4. Check Intrastat Configuration:

      • Verify the Intrastat configuration in transaction OMI1 or related customizing paths.
      • Ensure that the system can correctly determine the region of destination based on the vendor and document data.
    5. Reprocess the Document:

      • After correcting the region data, reprocess the Intrastat report or the document posting.

    Additional Information:

    • Intrastat reporting is mandatory for companies trading goods within the EU.
    • The region of destination is used to specify the exact location within a country for statistical purposes.
    • Missing or incorrect region data can lead to incomplete or incorrect Intrastat reports, which may cause compliance issues.
    • Always ensure master data is complete and accurate to avoid such errors.

    Summary:

    Aspect Details
    Error WS_INTRASTAT033 - Region of destination for supplier not found in document &
    Cause Missing or incorrect region of destination in vendor master or document data
    Solution Maintain correct region in vendor master (XK03), document, and Intrastat region codes (OVK1)
    Related SAP Transactions XK03, MK03, OVK1, OMI1, Intrastat reporting transactions (e.g., WSINTRASTAT)

    If you need help with specific steps or transaction codes, feel free to ask!

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