How To Fix /LTB/MC073 - Retention period not active

/LTB/MC073 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /LTB/MC -

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Retention period not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /LTB/MC073 - Retention period not active ?

  The SAP error message /LTB/MC073 Retention period not active typically occurs in the context of SAP's Logistics Execution or Warehouse Management modules, particularly when dealing with the management of stock and inventory. This error indicates that the retention period for a specific material or stock item is not active, which can prevent certain operations from being performed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Retention Period: The retention period for the material in question has not been defined or activated in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings related to the retention period in the system.
  Material Master Data: The material master data may not have the necessary settings for retention periods.
  Warehouse Management Settings: The warehouse management settings may not be properly configured to handle retention periods.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate Retention Period:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually in SPRO).
  Navigate to the section for defining retention periods and ensure that the required retention period is