How To Fix /SCWM/STOCK_UPLOAD045 - Shelf life expiration date &1 contradicts &2 that is defined in batch

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/STOCK_UPLOAD -

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Shelf life expiration date &1 contradicts &2 that is defined in batch

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/STOCK_UPLOAD045 - Shelf life expiration date &1 contradicts &2 that is defined in batch ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/STOCK_UPLOAD045 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the shelf life expiration date (SLED) you are trying to upload for a batch and the expiration date that is already defined for that batch in the system. This error typically occurs during stock upload processes in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Dates: The shelf life expiration date you are trying to upload does not match the expiration date that is already set for the batch in the system.
  Batch Management: The batch may have been created with specific shelf life parameters that are not being adhered to in the upload process.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data being uploaded, such as incorrect dates or formats.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Batch Data: Check the existing batch in the system to confirm the expiration date that is currently defined. You can do this by navigating to the batch management transaction (e.g., using transaction code MSC3N).
  Correct the Upload Data: Ensure that the shelf life expiration date you are trying to upload matches the expiration date defined for the batch. If necessary, adjust the data in your upload file or process.
  Update Batch Information: If the shelf life expiration date needs to be changed, you can update the batch information in the system to reflect the correct date. This can be done through batch management transactions.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines regarding shelf life management and batch handling in your organization to ensure compliance with business rules.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management: Understand how batch management works in SAP EWM, including how shelf life and expiration dates are defined and managed.
  EWM Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to shelf life management in SAP EWM to ensure they align with your business processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling shelf life expiration dates in batch management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your stock upload process proceeds smoothly.