How To Fix MEPO838 - Purch. requisition &1, item &2, has different remaining shelf life &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEPO - New Purchase Order Dialog

• Message number: 838

• Message text: Purch. requisition &1, item &2, has different remaining shelf life &3 &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEPO838 - Purch. requisition &1, item &2, has different remaining shelf life &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message MEPO838 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the remaining shelf life of a purchase requisition item. This error typically arises when the system detects that the remaining shelf life of the material being ordered does not match the expected shelf life defined in the material master or the purchase requisition.
  Cause:
  
  Different Shelf Life Values: The remaining shelf life of the material in the purchase requisition does not match the shelf life defined in the material master or the vendor's data.
  Material Master Settings: The material master may have different shelf life settings for different batches or storage locations.
  Batch Management: If batch management is enabled, the batch being referenced may have a different shelf life than what is expected.
  Vendor Information: The vendor may have different shelf life requirements or specifications that do not align with the material master data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data for the item in question. Ensure that the shelf life settings are correctly defined and consistent with the purchase requisition.
  
  Transaction Code: MM03 (Display Material)
  
  
  
  Review Purchase Requisition: Check the purchase requisition details to see the shelf life values being referenced. Ensure they align with the material master.
  
  Transaction Code: ME53N (Display Purchase Requisition)
  
  
  
  Batch Information: If batch management is enabled, check the batch information for the material. Ensure that the batch being referenced has the correct shelf life.
  
  Transaction Code: MSC3N (Display Batch)
  
  
  
  Vendor Data: Verify the vendor's data to ensure that the shelf life requirements are consistent with the material master.
  
  Transaction Code: XK03 (Display Vendor)
  
  
  
  Adjust Shelf Life: If discrepancies are found, you may need to adjust the shelf life in the material master or the purchase requisition to ensure consistency.
  
  
  Consult with Stakeholders: If the issue persists, consult with relevant stakeholders (e.g., procurement, quality assurance) to understand any specific requirements or constraints related to shelf life.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Shelf Life Management: Understand how shelf life management works in SAP, including the settings for shelf life expiration dates and how they are calculated.
  Batch Management: Familiarize yourself with batch management processes in SAP, especially if your organization uses batch tracking for materials.
  Material Master Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the material master, particularly in relation to shelf life and batch management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the MEPO838 error message in SAP.