How To Fix 12003 - Date of production/SLED of batch &1 changed to &2/&3 in all items

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 12 - Herstelldatum/Mindesthaltbarkeitsdatum/Chargen

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Date of production/SLED of batch &1 changed to &2/&3 in all items

What causes this issue?

The batch occurs in several items. The shelf life expiration date
(SLED) and production date of the current item are different to the
SLED and production date of the other items containing the batch.

System Response

According to the system settings, this is either a warning or an error
message.

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

If the message is a warning (W), the system allows the entry, but warns
you in case the entry was unintentional.
If you confirm the message, the system assigns the SLED and production
date of the current item to all items containing the batch.
If the message is an error message (E), the entry is not allowed.

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE NA_EINGABE_PRUEFEN
INCLUDE NA_MELDUNGSTYP_AENDERN

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 12003 - Date of production/SLED of batch &1 changed to &2/&3 in all items ?

  The SAP error message 12003, which states "Date of production/SLED of batch &1 changed to &2/&3 in all items," typically occurs in the context of batch management and inventory control. This message indicates that the system has automatically updated the date of production or the shelf life expiration date (SLED) for a specific batch across all items associated with that batch.
  Cause:
  
  Batch Management Settings: The system may have been configured to automatically adjust the production date or SLED based on certain criteria or settings in the batch management configuration.
  Data Entry or Update: A user or process may have updated the batch information, leading to a change in the production date or SLED.
  Material Master Changes: Changes in the material master data that affect batch management settings can trigger this message.
  Batch Determination Process: During the batch determination process, the system may have recalculated the dates based on the defined rules.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Batch Management Settings: Check the configuration settings for batch management in the SAP system to ensure they align with your business requirements.
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data for the affected batch to ensure that the production date and SLED are set correctly.
  Audit Changes: Investigate any recent changes made to the batch or material master data that could have triggered this message. This may involve checking change logs or consulting with users who have access to modify batch data.
  Manual Adjustment: If the change is not acceptable, you may need to manually adjust the production date or SLED for the affected batch.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on batch management and handling date changes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management in SAP: Understanding how batch management works in SAP can help in troubleshooting issues related to batch dates.
  SLED and Shelf Life Management: Familiarize yourself with the concepts of shelf life expiration date (SLED) and how they are managed within SAP.
  Transaction Codes: Use relevant transaction codes (e.g., MSC3N for batch display, MM03 for material master display) to investigate the batch and material details.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential bug fixes or updates.
  
  If the issue persists or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert.