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How To Fix WS_INTRASTAT048 - Intrastat: Goods Flow "Combined" only for declarations in own name


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: WS_INTRASTAT - Settlement Management - Intrastat

  • Message number: 048

  • Message text: Intrastat: Goods Flow "Combined" only for declarations in own name

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS_INTRASTAT048 - Intrastat: Goods Flow "Combined" only for declarations in own name ?

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    Error Message

    WS_INTRASTAT048
    Text: Intrastat: Goods Flow "Combined" only for declarations in own name


    Cause

    This error occurs during Intrastat reporting when the Goods Flow indicator is set to "Combined" (usually represented by a specific code, e.g., 'C'), but the declaration is not made in the company's own name.

    In Intrastat reporting, the Goods Flow field indicates the nature of the transaction flow (e.g., dispatch, arrival, or combined). The "Combined" option is only valid if the declaration is made in the name of the company itself (i.e., the company is the declarant). If the declaration is made on behalf of another party (e.g., a third party or agent), the "Combined" goods flow is not allowed.


    Explanation

    • Goods Flow "Combined" means that the declaration covers both dispatches and arrivals in a single report.
    • This is only permitted if the company is reporting in its own name.
    • If the declaration is made on behalf of another company (e.g., a client or third party), the goods flow must be either "Dispatch" or "Arrival" but not "Combined".

    Solution

    1. Check the Declaration Type:

      • Verify if the Intrastat declaration is being made in own name or on behalf of another party.
      • This is usually controlled by the Declarant Type or Declaration Type in the Intrastat configuration or master data.
    2. Adjust the Goods Flow Indicator:

      • If the declaration is not in own name, change the Goods Flow indicator from "Combined" to either:
        • Dispatch (e.g., '1')
        • Arrival (e.g., '2')
      • This can be done in the Intrastat transaction or in the master data settings.
    3. If the declaration should be in own name:

      • Ensure that the declaration is correctly set up as own name.
      • Check the relevant settings in the Intrastat configuration or the vendor/customer master data.
    4. Review SAP Notes and Documentation:

      • Sometimes, specific SAP Notes provide corrections or additional guidance for Intrastat errors.
      • Check SAP Support Portal for notes related to WS_INTRASTAT048.

    Related Information

    • Intrastat Reporting: Intrastat is a system for collecting statistics on the trade in goods between EU member states.
    • Goods Flow Codes: Typically, the goods flow codes are:
      • 1 = Dispatches
      • 2 = Arrivals
      • C = Combined (both dispatches and arrivals)
    • Declarant Types:
      • Own name (the company itself)
      • On behalf of another party (agent or third party)
    • SAP Transactions:
      • Intrastat declarations are usually processed via transaction codes like VCI1, VCI2, VCI3, or via the Intrastat report generation tools.
    • Master Data:
      • Check the business partner master data for the declarant type.
      • Check the Intrastat configuration in IMG under Logistics - General > Foreign Trade/Customs > Intrastat > Define Goods Flow and related settings.

    Summary

    Aspect Details
    Error WS_INTRASTAT048: Goods Flow "Combined" only for declarations in own name
    Cause Goods Flow set to "Combined" but declaration is not in own name
    Solution Change Goods Flow to Dispatch or Arrival if not own name; or set declaration to own name
    Related Info Intrastat reporting rules, goods flow codes, declarant types, SAP Intrastat config

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