How To Fix /SRMSMC/SUSTAIN013 - Set the status 'Small Disadvantaged' before you enter the expiration date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/SUSTAIN -

• Message number: 013

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/SUSTAIN013 - Set the status 'Small Disadvantaged' before you enter the expiration date ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/SUSTAIN013 indicates that there is a requirement to set the status of a supplier or vendor to "Small Disadvantaged" before entering an expiration date for that status. This error typically arises in the context of supplier management or procurement processes within SAP, particularly when dealing with supplier diversity programs.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the system requires that the status of a supplier be explicitly set to "Small Disadvantaged" before any associated expiration date can be entered. This is likely a validation rule within the SAP system to ensure that the data integrity is maintained and that the status is properly recorded before any time-related attributes (like expiration dates) are assigned.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access the Supplier/Vendor Record: Navigate to the supplier or vendor record in the SAP system where you are trying to enter the expiration date.
  
  
  Set the Status: Look for the field or option that allows you to set the status of the supplier. Change the status to "Small Disadvantaged." This may be found under a specific tab related to supplier classification or diversity status.
  
  
  Enter Expiration Date: Once the status is set to "Small Disadvantaged," you should now be able to enter the expiration date without encountering the error.
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary changes, ensure you save the record to apply the updates.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or specific documentation related to Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) for more detailed information on managing supplier statuses.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to change supplier statuses. If you do not have the required access, contact your SAP administrator.
  Training and Support: If you are unfamiliar with the process of updating supplier statuses, consider seeking training or support from your organization's SAP support team or consulting resources.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your supplier management tasks in SAP.