How To Fix /SCWM/PI_APPL058 - Count date that was entered lies in the future

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PI_APPL -

• Message number: 058

• Message text: Count date that was entered lies in the future

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PI_APPL058 - Count date that was entered lies in the future ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PI_APPL058 indicates that the count date entered for a physical inventory process lies in the future. This error typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and inventory counting processes within the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the date you have entered for the inventory count is set to a future date, which is not allowed by the system. SAP requires that the count date be either the current date or a past date to ensure that inventory counts are conducted based on actual stock levels.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Count Date: Verify the count date you have entered. Ensure that it is not set to a future date. You can do this by reviewing the input field where the count date is specified.
  
  
  Change the Count Date: If the count date is indeed in the future, change it to the current date or a past date. This can typically be done in the transaction or screen where you are entering the inventory count.
  
  
  Review System Settings: If you believe the count date should be allowed to be in the future (for example, if you are planning future counts), check with your SAP administrator or configuration team to see if there are any settings that can be adjusted to allow for this.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the process or need further clarification, refer to the SAP documentation or help resources related to physical inventory in EWM.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after making the necessary changes, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP EWM that pertain to physical inventory, such as /SCWM/PI for physical inventory management.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to perform inventory counts and make changes to count dates.
  Training: If you are new to SAP EWM, consider undergoing training or reviewing training materials related to physical inventory processes to better understand how to manage inventory counts effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your inventory counting process.