How To Fix COWIPB350 - Transfer date of manufacture / shelf life expiration date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COWIPB - Messages for WIP Batch

• Message number: 350

• Message text: Transfer date of manufacture / shelf life expiration date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COWIPB350 - Transfer date of manufacture / shelf life expiration date ?

  The SAP error message COWIPB350 typically relates to issues with the transfer date of manufacture or the shelf life expiration date in the context of inventory management or production processes. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as during goods movements, production orders, or inventory transfers.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Dates: The transfer date of manufacture or shelf life expiration date may be set incorrectly. For example, the expiration date might be earlier than the current date or the date of manufacture might be in the future.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the material master or in the relevant movement types that do not align with the expected date formats or rules.
  Material Master Data: The material master data may not have the correct shelf life settings or may be missing required information.
  Batch Management: If batch management is enabled, the batch may not have valid dates associated with it.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Verify the transfer date of manufacture and shelf life expiration date. Ensure that the dates are valid and logical (e.g., the expiration date should be after the date of manufacture).
  Review Material Master: Go to the material master record and check the shelf life data. Ensure that the shelf life expiration date is set correctly and that the material is configured for shelf life management if required.
  Adjust Configuration: If necessary, review the configuration settings related to shelf life management in the SAP system. This may involve checking the movement types and ensuring they are set up correctly to handle shelf life data.
  Batch Information: If using batch management, check the batch details to ensure that the batch has valid dates and is not expired.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on handling shelf life and transfer dates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), MB1A (Goods Withdrawal), or MB1B (Transfer Posting) to check and correct the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to this error message.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented, review any user exits or BAdIs that may affect the handling of dates in your specific implementation.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in inventory management or production planning.