How To Fix 06758 - Minimum remaining shelf life exceeds total shelf life

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 758

• Message text: Minimum remaining shelf life exceeds total shelf life

What causes this issue?

You have entered a minimum remaining shelf life that exceeds the total
shelf life in the material master. This is not allowed.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Please correct your input.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06758 - Minimum remaining shelf life exceeds total shelf life ?

  The SAP error message "06758 Minimum remaining shelf life exceeds total shelf life" typically occurs in the context of managing materials with shelf life in SAP, particularly in the logistics and inventory management modules. This error indicates that the minimum remaining shelf life of a material is greater than its total shelf life, which is not permissible.
  Cause:
  
  Shelf Life Configuration: The material has been configured with a total shelf life that is shorter than the minimum remaining shelf life. This can happen if the settings for shelf life in the material master are incorrect.
  Material Master Data: The material master data may have been incorrectly entered or updated, leading to inconsistencies in shelf life parameters.
  Batch Management: If batch management is enabled, the batches of the material may have shelf life attributes that conflict with the defined parameters in the material master.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check the shelf life data under the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Plant Data).
  Ensure that the total shelf life is greater than or equal to the minimum remaining shelf life.
  
  
  
  Adjust Shelf Life Settings:
  
  If the total shelf life is indeed shorter than the minimum remaining shelf life, you will need to adjust the values accordingly. This can be done by editing the material master data (transaction code MM02).
  Update the total shelf life to be greater than or equal to the minimum remaining shelf life.
  
  
  
  Review Batch Data:
  
  If batch management is used, check the batch characteristics (transaction code MSC3N) to ensure that the batches do not have conflicting shelf life data.
  Adjust the batch data if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on managing shelf life and batch management.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Shelf Life Management: SAP provides functionality for managing the shelf life of materials, which is crucial for industries dealing with perishable goods, pharmaceuticals, and food products.
  Batch Management: Understanding how batch management works in SAP can help in troubleshooting issues related to shelf life, as batches can have their own shelf life attributes.
  Configuration Settings: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings in SPRO related to material management and shelf life to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.