How To Fix /SAPAPO/MAT464 - Required minimum shelf life exceeds shelf life

/SAPAPO/MAT464 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MAT -

• Message number: 464

• Message text: Required minimum shelf life exceeds shelf life

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MAT464 - Required minimum shelf life exceeds shelf life ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MAT464 Required minimum shelf life exceeds shelf life typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when dealing with materials that have shelf life requirements. This error indicates that the required minimum shelf life for a product is greater than the actual shelf life of the product as defined in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Shelf Life Configuration: The material in question has a defined shelf life that is shorter than the required minimum shelf life for the specific planning scenario or order.
  Planning Parameters: The planning parameters set for the product may require a longer shelf life than what is available.
  Product Lifecycle: The product may be nearing the end of its shelf life, and the system is unable to allocate it for production or distribution due to its insufficient shelf life.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be incorrect data entries in the material master regarding shelf life or