How To Fix SCLT405 - Enter a retention date.

SCLT405 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCLT - CLT: Messages

• Message number: 405

• Message text: Enter a retention date.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCLT405 - Enter a retention date. ?

  The SAP error message SCLT405, which states "Enter a retention date," typically occurs in the context of document management or data retention settings within SAP systems. This error indicates that a required field for entering a retention date has not been filled out, which is necessary for the system to process the data correctly.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Retention Date: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not entered a retention date in the relevant field. This date is essential for determining how long certain data or documents should be retained in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that require a retention date to be specified for certain document types or data records.
  User Permissions: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary permissions to enter or modify retention dates.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter a Retention Date: The immediate solution is to locate the field for