How To Fix /SCWM/PI_APPL137 - Phys.Inv.Doc. &1 item &2; count date is before WHO Start date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PI_APPL -

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Phys.Inv.Doc. &1 item &2; count date is before WHO Start date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PI_APPL137 - Phys.Inv.Doc. &1 item &2; count date is before WHO Start date ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PI_APPL137 indicates that there is an issue with the physical inventory document (PID) in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system. Specifically, the error states that the count date for the inventory item is set before the "WHO Start date," which is likely a date that marks the beginning of the counting process for the physical inventory.
  Cause:
  
  Count Date Configuration: The count date for the physical inventory document is set to a date that is earlier than the WHO Start date. This can happen if the count date is incorrectly entered or if the WHO Start date is not set correctly.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake during the creation of the physical inventory document, leading to an incorrect count date.
  System Configuration: The system may not be configured properly to handle the dates for physical inventory processes.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Count Date: Review the count date set for the physical inventory document. Ensure that it is on or after the WHO Start date.
  Adjust Dates: If the count date is incorrect, you can either:
  
  Change the count date to a valid date that is on or after the WHO Start date.
  Adjust the WHO Start date if it is set incorrectly, but ensure that this does not conflict with other inventory processes.
  
  
  Recreate Physical Inventory Document: If necessary, you may need to delete the existing physical inventory document and recreate it with the correct dates.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing physical inventory processes to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  Related Information:
  
  WHO Start Date: This date is typically defined in the physical inventory process and indicates when the counting of inventory items is allowed to begin.
  Physical Inventory Process: Understanding the overall physical inventory process in SAP EWM can help in troubleshooting similar issues. This includes knowing how to create, manage, and close physical inventory documents.
  SAP Notes and Support: If the issue persists or if you need further assistance, consider checking SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can also reach out to SAP support for help.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your physical inventory process in SAP EWM.