Use

If a material is handled in batches, the following functions are supported when the expiration date is checked:

Features

Entry and Check at Goods Receipt

If the expiration date check function is active, you must enter the shelf life expiration date or production date of the batch at the time of the goods receipt.

Upon goods receipt, the system checks whether the remaining shelf life is sufficient to satisfy the remaining shelf life required in the purchase order or in the material master record. If it is not, the system issues a warning message or error message (depending on how the system is configured).

When you post the goods receipt, the shelf life expiration date is recorded in the material document and in the batch master record.

If the batch already exists, the system also checks whether the shelf life expiration date specified or determined at the time of the entry corresponds with the expiration date contained in the material master record. If the dates are different, the system issues either a warning message or error message (depending on how the system is set). If you post the goods receipt despite receiving a warning message, the system overwrites the old shelf life expiration date in the batch master record.

Printout on Goods Receipt/Issue Slip

The expiration date is printed on the goods receipt/issue slip.

Analysis of Batches According to Shelf Life Expiration Date

You can generate an expiration date list (SLED list), which contains the following data for each batch: remaining shelf life, shelf life expiration date, and quantity. To do this, choose  Environment Stock Expiration date list from the Inventory Management menu.

Batch Determination by Expiration Date upon Goods Receipts

If you enter a goods issue in Inventory Management or a delivery in Sales and Distribution, you can use the batch determination function to select batches according to the shelf life expiration date.

If the Warehouse Management system ( LE-WM ) is active, the expiration date is recorded in the transfer requirement, in the transfer order, and in the quant. In this case, the printed transfer order serves as a pallet note. Batch determination can take place in Warehouse Management, Inventory Management, or Sales and Distribution.

See also:

Batch Determination