How To Fix 3O179 - Date of issue & is after expiry date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3O - HR: Messages for Taiwan

• Message number: 179

• Message text: Date of issue & is after expiry date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3O179 - Date of issue & is after expiry date ?

  The SAP error message 3O179 indicates that the date of issue for a document (such as a material, batch, or other relevant item) is after its expiry date. This typically occurs in scenarios involving inventory management, batch management, or when dealing with materials that have a shelf life.
  Cause:
  
  Date Configuration: The system is configured to track the expiry dates of materials, and the date of issue (the date when the material is being issued or used) is set to a date that is later than the expiry date of the material.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The user may have mistakenly entered the wrong date of issue or the expiry date.
  Batch Management: If batch management is enabled, the specific batch may have expired, leading to this error when trying to issue it.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Verify the date of issue and the expiry date of the material or batch. Ensure that the date of issue is not later than the expiry date.
  Update Expiry Date: If the expiry date is incorrect, update it in the material master record or batch record as appropriate.
  Use Valid Material: If the material or batch has indeed expired, you will need to use a different batch or material that is still valid.
  Review Batch Management Settings: If batch management is being used, ensure that the batches are correctly managed and that the expiry dates are set appropriately.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines for handling materials with expiry dates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Record: Check the material master record for the relevant material to see the expiry date settings.
  Batch Management: If applicable, review the batch details to ensure that the batch is still valid.
  SAP Notes: Look for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to handle materials with expiry dates to prevent future occurrences of this error.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.