How To Fix /SCWM/STOCK_UPLOAD051 - Enter a valid expiry date/best-before date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/STOCK_UPLOAD -

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Enter a valid expiry date/best-before date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/STOCK_UPLOAD051 - Enter a valid expiry date/best-before date ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/STOCK_UPLOAD051 indicates that the system requires a valid expiry date or best-before date for the stock item being processed. This error typically occurs during stock upload processes in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when the expiry date or best-before date is either missing, incorrectly formatted, or not valid according to the system's requirements.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Date: The expiry date or best-before date is not provided in the upload file or transaction.
  Incorrect Format: The date provided does not match the expected format (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY or MM/DD/YYYY).
  Invalid Date: The date provided is in the past or does not make sense in the context of the product (e.g., a best-before date that is earlier than the current date).
  Configuration Issues: The system may have specific settings or configurations that require certain date fields to be filled out.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Data: Ensure that the expiry date or best-before date is included in the upload file and is correctly formatted.
  Validate Dates: Make sure that the dates provided are valid and make sense in the context of the product. For example, ensure that the best-before date is not set in the past.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in SAP EWM to see if there are specific requirements for expiry dates or best-before dates for the materials being uploaded.
  Use Correct Transaction: If you are using a specific transaction for stock upload, ensure that you are following the correct procedure and that all mandatory fields are filled out.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for guidance on the specific requirements for expiry dates and best-before dates in your version of SAP EWM.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Manuals: Review user manuals or training materials related to stock management in SAP EWM for best practices on handling expiry dates and best-before dates.
  Support Forums: Consider reaching out to SAP community forums or support channels for assistance if the issue persists after checking the above points.
  
  By addressing the above causes and implementing the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the error message /SCWM/STOCK_UPLOAD051.