How To Fix WM183 - Finishing date after end of validity period of material &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WM - IS-R Assortments

• Message number: 183

• Message text: Finishing date after end of validity period of material &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WM183 - Finishing date after end of validity period of material & ?

  The SAP error message WM183 ("Finishing date after end of validity period of material") typically occurs in the Warehouse Management (WM) module when you attempt to process a material that has a validity period defined, and the finishing date you are trying to set exceeds that validity period.
  Cause:
  
  Material Validity Period: The material in question has a defined validity period, which includes a start date and an end date. The finishing date you are trying to enter is beyond the end date of this validity period.
  Configuration Issues: There may be incorrect settings in the material master data or in the warehouse management configuration that do not align with the intended use of the material.
  Data Entry Error: The finishing date may have been entered incorrectly, either by mistake or due to a misunderstanding of the required date format.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the validity dates for the material. Ensure that the finishing date you are trying to use falls within the defined validity period.
  If necessary, update the validity period to include the desired finishing date (transaction code MM02).
  
  
  
  Adjust Finishing Date:
  
  If the finishing date is indeed beyond the validity period, adjust it to a date that is within the valid range.
  
  
  
  Review Warehouse Management Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the Warehouse Management module to ensure that they are set up correctly for handling materials with validity periods.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to material management and warehouse management for additional guidance on handling validity periods.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on how to handle materials with validity periods to prevent future occurrences of this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  WM01: Warehouse Management Monitor
  
  
  Material Master Views: Check the Basic Data, Purchasing, and Warehouse Management views for relevant information regarding the material.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues or provide patches related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Warehouse Management for further assistance.