How To Fix ME384 - Please enter date of supplier declaration

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 384

• Message text: Please enter date of supplier declaration

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME384 - Please enter date of supplier declaration ?

  The SAP error message ME384 ("Please enter date of supplier declaration") typically occurs in the context of procurement and supplier management within the SAP system. This error indicates that a required field for the supplier declaration date has not been filled in, which is necessary for compliance and tracking purposes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The supplier declaration date is a mandatory field that has not been filled in during the creation or modification of a purchase order, contract, or material master record.
  Configuration Issues: The system may be configured to require supplier declaration dates for certain materials or suppliers, and if this configuration is not met, the error will occur.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the date or may not have the necessary permissions to view or edit this field.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter the Supplier Declaration Date:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., ME21N for creating a purchase order).
  Locate the field for the supplier declaration date and enter the appropriate date.
  Save the changes to proceed without the error.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  If the error occurs during material management, check the material master data to ensure that the supplier declaration date is filled in for the relevant materials.
  Use transaction code MM02 to modify the material master and enter the required date.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  If you have access, review the configuration settings in the SAP system to determine if the supplier declaration date is set as a mandatory field for specific materials or suppliers.
  This may involve consulting with your SAP Basis or configuration team to adjust settings if necessary.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on the importance of entering the supplier declaration date and how to do so correctly in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for additional context on the supplier declaration process and requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to procurement include ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order).
  Supplier Declaration: This is often related to compliance with regulations, such as REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) in the EU, where suppliers must declare the presence of certain substances in their products.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be updates or fixes provided by SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.