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 in question.
  This can typically be done in the transaction where the error occurs, such as during goods receipt, picking, or stock transfer.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the "Basic Data" and "Sales" views to ensure that the shelf life data is correctly maintained.
  Ensure that the fields for BBD and SLED are filled out appropriately.
  
  
  
  Review Warehouse Management Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the Warehouse Management module to see if there are specific requirements for handling units or materials that necessitate BBD or SLED.
  You may need to consult with your SAP WM/EWM configuration team to ensure that the settings align with your business processes.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on the importance of entering BBD and SLED when handling materials that require these dates.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to warehouse management and shelf life management for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Best Before Date (BBD): This is the date until which the product is expected to remain at its best quality.
  Shelf Life Expiration Date (SLED): This is the date after which the product should not be consumed or used.
  Material Master Configuration: Ensure that the material master is set up to manage shelf life and expiration dates, which may involve specific settings in the "Plant Data" and "Storage" views.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide further assistance based on your specific system configuration and business processes.