How To Fix VL352 - Manufacturing date is later than the shelf life expiration date

VL352 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 352

• Message text: Manufacturing date is later than the shelf life expiration date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL352 - Manufacturing date is later than the shelf life expiration date ?

  The SAP error message VL352, which states "Manufacturing date is later than the shelf life expiration date," typically occurs in the context of managing inventory and logistics, particularly when dealing with products that have a defined shelf life. This error indicates that the manufacturing date of a product is set to a date that is later than its shelf life expiration date, which is logically incorrect.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: The manufacturing date may have been entered incorrectly, either manually or through an automated process.
  
  Configuration Issues: The shelf life settings in the material master may not be configured correctly, leading to discrepancies between the manufacturing date and the shelf life expiration date.
  System Errors: There may be bugs or issues in the SAP system that cause incorrect date calculations or data retrieval.
  Product Lifecycle Management: The product may have been incorrectly defined in terms of its lifecycle, leading to mismatched dates.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Dates: Check the