How To Fix WM599 - Site closed (closing date expired)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WM - IS-R Assortments

• Message number: 599

• Message text: Site closed (closing date expired)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WM599 - Site closed (closing date expired) ?

  The SAP error message WM599 ("Site closed (closing date expired)") typically occurs in the Warehouse Management (WM) module when you attempt to perform a transaction (such as goods movement, stock transfer, etc.) for a storage location or site that has been closed due to a specified closing date. This is a preventive measure to ensure that no further transactions can be processed for that site after a certain date, often used in financial closing processes.
  Cause:
  
  Closing Date Expired: The site or storage location has a defined closing date, and the current date is beyond that date.
  Configuration Settings: The site may have been intentionally closed in the system for reasons such as end-of-month or end-of-year processing.
  User Error: Attempting to perform transactions in a closed site without realizing it has been closed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Closing Date: Verify the closing date for the site in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Reopen the Site: If it is necessary to perform transactions at the site, you may need to reopen it. This typically involves changing the configuration settings to allow transactions again. This action usually requires appropriate authorization.
  Consult with Finance/Logistics Team: If the site is closed for financial reasons, consult with the finance or logistics team to understand the implications of reopening the site and whether it is appropriate to do so.
  Transaction History: Review the transaction history to ensure that no critical processes are affected by reopening the site.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OMW0 (for warehouse management settings) or LX02 (to view stock in the warehouse) to check the status of the site.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to site statuses.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed steps on managing site closures and the implications of reopening them.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the WM599 error and understand the context in which it occurs.