How To Fix WSTI031 - PDC file does not contain an actual inventory count date.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WSTI - Messages about Store Workbench, Physical Inventory

• Message number: 031

• Message text: PDC file does not contain an actual inventory count date.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WSTI031 - PDC file does not contain an actual inventory count date. ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WSTI031: PDC file does not contain an actual inventory count date.
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs during the processing of Physical Inventory data from a PDC (Physical Data Capture) system when the uploaded PDC file lacks the required actual inventory count date. The system expects this date to validate and post the inventory count correctly. If the date is missing or incorrectly formatted in the PDC file, SAP cannot proceed and throws this error.
  
  Explanation:
  
  The actual inventory count date is a mandatory field in the PDC file that indicates when the physical inventory was counted.
  Without this date, SAP cannot assign the inventory count to the correct inventory period or posting date.
  This typically happens if the PDC system or the interface generating the file does not include this field or if the field is empty or corrupted.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the PDC File:
  
  Open the PDC file and verify if the actual inventory count date field is present.
  Ensure the date is in the correct format expected by SAP (usually YYYYMMDD or as per your system configuration).
  
  
  
  Correct the PDC File:
  
  If the date is missing, add the correct inventory count date.
  If the date format is incorrect, convert it to the required format.
  
  
  
  Check the Interface/Mapping:
  
  Review the interface or middleware that generates the PDC file.
  Ensure it correctly extracts and maps the inventory count date from the PDC system.
  
  
  
  Re-upload the Corrected File:
  
  After correction, upload the PDC file again using the relevant transaction (e.g., MI04, MI07, or custom programs).
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check for any SAP Notes related to PDC file processing and this error message.
  Sometimes, patches or updates may address specific interface issues.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transactions involved:  
  
  MI04 - Enter Physical Inventory Count  
  MI07 - Post Physical Inventory Document  
  Custom programs or interfaces for PDC file upload
  
  
  
  PDC File Format:  
  
  The file format and required fields depend on the PDC system and SAP configuration.
  Consult your PDC system documentation and SAP configuration for the exact field names and formats.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:  
  
  Search SAP Support Portal for notes related to WSTI031 or PDC file processing errors.
  
  
  
  Additional Checks:  
  
  Verify system date and time settings.  
  Confirm that the inventory period is open for posting.
  
  
  
  
  If you continue to face issues, consider enabling detailed logging during the PDC file upload to identify exactly where the date is missing or malformed.