How To Fix /SCWM/PI_APPL139 - Document &1 &2. Count date should not be older then creation date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PI_APPL -

• Message number: 139

• Message text: Document &1 &2. Count date should not be older then creation date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PI_APPL139 - Document &1 &2. Count date should not be older then creation date ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PI_APPL139 Document &1 &2. Count date should not be older than creation date typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error indicates that there is a discrepancy between the count date and the creation date of a document, such as a physical inventory document or a stock count.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the system detects that the count date (the date when the inventory count is supposed to take place) is set to a date that is earlier than the creation date of the document. This situation is logically inconsistent because you cannot have a count date that precedes the creation of the document itself.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Dates:
  
  Review the document in question (identified by &1 and &2 in the error message) to verify the creation date and the count date.
  Ensure that the count date is set to a date that is equal to or later than the creation date.
  
  
  
  Adjust Count Date:
  
  If the count date is incorrect, update it to a valid date that meets the requirement. This can usually be done in the document details screen where the count date is specified.
  
  
  
  Recreate Document:
  
  If the document has been incorrectly created with the wrong dates, consider deleting the document and recreating it with the correct dates.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on how to manage inventory documents in EWM.
  
  
  
  Check User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the document. If not, contact your SAP administrator.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If this issue occurs frequently, it may be worth checking the system configuration or consulting with your SAP support team to ensure that there are no underlying issues with date handling in your EWM setup.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in EWM, such as /SCWM/PI for physical inventory management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or discussion boards where similar issues may have been discussed and resolved by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your inventory documents are correctly configured.