How To Fix /SRMSMC/SUSTAIN008 - Enter the expiration date for the supplier's 'Disadvantaged' status

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/SUSTAIN -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Enter the expiration date for the supplier's 'Disadvantaged' status

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/SUSTAIN008 - Enter the expiration date for the supplier's 'Disadvantaged' status ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/SUSTAIN008 indicates that there is a missing expiration date for a supplier's 'Disadvantaged' status in the Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) module. This message typically arises when a user is trying to create or update a supplier record that has been designated as 'Disadvantaged' but has not provided the necessary expiration date for that status.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Expiration Date: The primary cause of this error is that the expiration date for the supplier's 'Disadvantaged' status has not been entered in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an oversight during data entry, where the expiration date field was left blank.
  System Configuration: In some cases, the system may require certain fields to be filled out based on configuration settings, and if these settings are not properly defined, it can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  Access Supplier Record: Navigate to the supplier record that is generating the error.
  Edit Supplier Information: Go to the section where the 'Disadvantaged' status is defined.
  Enter Expiration Date: Provide a valid expiration date for the 'Disadvantaged' status. Ensure that the date is in the correct format and is a future date (if applicable).
  Save Changes: After entering the expiration date, save the changes to the supplier record.
  Re-attempt the Action: Once the expiration date is set, try to perform the action that previously resulted in the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP SRM documentation for more details on managing supplier records and the specific requirements for disadvantaged status.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to edit supplier information.
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to check with your SAP administrator to ensure that the system configuration is set up correctly to handle supplier statuses.
  Training: Consider providing training for users on how to properly enter and manage supplier data to prevent similar errors in the future.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.