How To Fix /SCWM/LC1162 - Enter either the BBD or SLED

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/LC1 -

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Enter either the BBD or SLED

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/LC1162 - Enter either the BBD or SLED ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/LC1162 Enter either the BBD or SLED typically occurs in the context of Warehouse Management (WM) or Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when dealing with handling units or stock items that have expiration dates or shelf life requirements. This error indicates that the system requires either the Best Before Date (BBD) or the Shelf Life Expiration Date (SLED) to be entered for the item being processed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Date Information: The item being processed does not have the required date information (BBD or SLED) entered in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: The material master may not be properly configured to handle shelf life or expiration dates.
  Warehouse Management Settings: The warehouse management settings may require these dates for certain operations, such as picking or stock transfer.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter Required Dates:
  
  When prompted with this error, ensure that you enter either the Best Before Date (BBD) or the Shelf Life Expiration Date (SLED) for the item