How To Fix MM_PUR_COMMODITY_WT003 - Enter validity end date for commodity code &2 of item &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_COMMODITY_WT - error message class for commodity weights

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Enter validity end date for commodity code &2 of item &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_COMMODITY_WT003 - Enter validity end date for commodity code &2 of item &1. ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_COMMODITY_WT003 indicates that a validity end date is required for a commodity code associated with a specific item in the purchasing module. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or update a purchasing document (like a purchase order) that includes commodity codes, but the system detects that the validity end date for one of those codes is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Validity End Date: The commodity code specified in the error message does not have a validity end date defined in the system.
  Incomplete Master Data: The master data for the commodity code may not be fully maintained, leading to missing information.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that require a validity end date for commodity codes, which have not been adhered to.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Commodity Code Master Data:
  
  Navigate to the commodity code master data in SAP (transaction code: OMW1 or similar).
  Look for the commodity code mentioned in the error message and check if a validity end date is set.
  If it is missing, enter a valid end date.
  
  
  
  Update Purchasing Document:
  
  If you are creating or updating a purchasing document, ensure that all required fields, including the validity end date for commodity codes, are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If you are unsure about the requirements for commodity codes, consult with your SAP configuration team to understand if there are specific settings that enforce the need for a validity end date.
  
  
  
  Training and Documentation:
  
  Ensure that users involved in creating or managing purchasing documents are trained on the importance of maintaining complete master data, including validity dates for commodity codes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and OMW1 (Maintain Commodity Codes).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to commodity codes and validity dates.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to purchasing and commodity management for additional context and best practices.
  
  By addressing the missing validity end date and ensuring that all relevant master data is complete, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your purchasing activities in SAP.