How To Fix M8_2305 - Enter a due date for retention

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8_2 - Logistics Invoice Verification

• Message number: 305

• Message text: Enter a due date for retention

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8_2305 - Enter a due date for retention ?

  The SAP error message M8_2305, which states "Enter a due date for retention," typically occurs in the context of materials management or inventory management when a user is trying to process a transaction that requires a due date for retention but has not been provided one.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Due Date: The transaction you are trying to execute requires a due date for retention, but it has not been entered in the relevant field.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that require a due date for certain types of transactions or materials.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have overlooked entering the due date or may have entered it incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the M8_2305 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Enter a Due Date:
  
  Go back to the transaction where the error occurred and look for the field that requires the due date for retention.
  Enter a valid due date that meets the business requirements.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you are an SAP administrator or have access to configuration settings, check the relevant configuration for the material or transaction type to see if the due date is indeed required.
  You may need to adjust the settings if they are too restrictive or not aligned with business processes.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction you are working with to understand the requirements for entering a due date.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  If this error is occurring frequently, consider providing additional training to users on the importance of entering due dates and how to do so correctly.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to inventory management, such as MIGO (Goods Movement), MIRO (Invoice Verification), or others.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and permissions to enter the required data in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M8_2305 error and continue with your transaction in SAP.