How To Fix J3RF_SHELF_LIFE104 - Payt term & for splitting by shelf life defined for holdback/retainage

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J3RF_SHELF_LIFE - Splitting Terms of Payment by Shelf Life

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Payt term & for splitting by shelf life defined for holdback/retainage

What causes this issue?

Conflicting payment terms have been defined in
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_XXMENUORFBOBB8>Define Terms of Payment for Installment
Payments</> and <DS:SIMG.J_3RF_T052S>Define Payment Terms for
Splitting By Shelf Life of Goods</>. Vendor items cannot be split by
both percentage (%) and shelf life simultaneously.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J3RF_SHELF_LIFE104 - Payt term & for splitting by shelf life defined for holdback/retainage ?

  The SAP error message J3RF_SHELF_LIFE104 typically relates to issues with payment terms and the handling of shelf life for products, particularly in the context of holdback or retainage scenarios. This error can occur in various situations, such as during the processing of invoices, goods receipts, or when managing inventory that has specific shelf life requirements.
  Cause:
  
  
  Payment Terms Configuration: The error may arise if the payment terms defined in the system do not align with the shelf life management settings. This can happen if the payment terms are not set up to accommodate the specific requirements for products with shelf life considerations.
  
  
  Shelf Life Settings: If the shelf life settings for the materials are not correctly defined or if there are inconsistencies in how shelf life is managed in relation to payment terms, this can trigger the error.
  
  
  Holdback/Retainage Configuration: If the system is configured to split payments based on shelf life but the necessary parameters or conditions are not met, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Payment Terms: Check the payment terms assigned to the relevant materials or vendors. Ensure that they are correctly configured to handle shelf life products. You may need to adjust the payment terms to ensure they are compatible with shelf life management.
  
  
  Check Shelf Life Settings: Verify the shelf life settings for the materials in question. Ensure that the shelf life is defined correctly in the material master data and that it aligns with the payment terms.
  
  
  Configuration of Holdback/Retainage: Review the configuration settings for holdback or retainage in your SAP system. Ensure that the system is set up to handle splitting payments based on shelf life correctly. This may involve checking the relevant customizing settings in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide).
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to shelf life management and payment terms. There may be specific guidelines or updates that address this error.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, conduct tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system processes payments and shelf life correctly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuring shelf life and payment terms.
  Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is complete and accurate, particularly the sections related to shelf life and payment terms.
  User Exits or BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented in your SAP system, review any user exits or BAdIs that may affect how shelf life and payment terms are processed.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP logistics and financial integration.