How To Fix WSTI_DOC017 - Enter the planned count date

WSTI_DOC017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WSTI_DOC - Messages from Function Group WSTI_DOC

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Enter the planned count date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WSTI_DOC017 - Enter the planned count date ?

  SAP Error Message:
  WSTI_DOC017 - Enter the planned count date
  
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you are trying to post or process a physical inventory document (cycle count or inventory count) in SAP, but the Planned Count Date field is missing or not entered. The system requires this date to schedule and manage the inventory counting process properly.
  The Planned Count Date is essential because it indicates when the physical inventory count is planned to take place. Without this date, the system cannot proceed with the document processing.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During the creation or processing of a physical inventory document (e.g., transaction MI01, MI04, MI07).
  When the planned count date field is left blank or deleted.
  When customizing or user input does not provide this mandatory field.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter the Planned Count Date:
  
  Go to the physical inventory document screen.
  Locate the field for Planned Count Date (often labeled as "Planned Count Date" or "Count Date").
  Enter a valid date when