How To Fix EEWMHIK005 - Enter a valid period in years


EEWMHIK005 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: EEWMHIK - IS-U: Inspections

  • Message number: 005

  • Message text: Enter a valid period in years

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EEWMHIK005 - Details

  • The SAP error message EEWMHIK005, which states "Enter a valid period in years," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error indicates that the system expects a valid input for a time period, usually in years, but the input provided does not meet the expected criteria.
    
    Cause: Invalid Input: The user may have entered a non-numeric value, a negative number, or a value that exceeds the acceptable range for the period in years. Field Configuration: The field may have specific validation rules that are not being met by the input. Data Type Mismatch: The system may be expecting a different data type (e.g., integer) than what was provided.
    Solution: Check Input: Ensure that the value entered is a positive integer and falls within the acceptable range defined by the system. Field Requirements: Review the field requirements in the SAP EWM configuration to understand the expected input format and constraints. Consult Documentation:

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