How To Fix /SRMSMC/SUSTAIN012 - Set the status 'Disadvantaged' before you enter the expiration date

/SRMSMC/SUSTAIN012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/SUSTAIN -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Set the status 'Disadvantaged' before you enter the expiration date

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/SRMSMC/SUSTAIN012 - Details

• The SAP error message /SRMSMC/SUSTAIN012 indicates that a certain status must be set to "Disadvantaged" before you can enter an expiration date for a specific item or process in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) or similar modules where supplier or item statuses are managed.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the system requires that the status of the item or supplier be set to "Disadvantaged" before allowing the user to input an expiration date. This is likely a business rule or validation check within the SAP system to ensure that the correct workflow is followed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Current Status: Verify the current status of the item or supplier you are trying to update. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or report in SAP.
  
  
  Change Status: If the status is not set to "Disadvantaged", you will need