How To Fix /SCDL/TS038 - Step &: No documents to be processed assigned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCDL/TS -

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Step &: No documents to be processed assigned

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCDL/TS038 - Step &: No documents to be processed assigned ?

  The SAP error message /SCDL/TS038 Step &: No documents to be processed assigned typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) or Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a specific process or job is trying to execute but finds that there are no documents (such as orders, deliveries, or other relevant data) assigned for processing.
  Cause:
  
  
  No Data Available: The most common cause is that there are simply no documents available for the specific process or job to work on. This could be due to various reasons, such as:
  
  The selection criteria for the job did not match any existing documents.
  The documents have already been processed or are in a different status.
  Data has not been loaded or updated in the system.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the planning area or the job setup that prevent documents from being selected.
  
  
  Timing Issues: If the job is scheduled to run at a specific time, it may be that the documents have not yet been created or are not yet available at the time of execution.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria used for the job or process. Ensure that they are set correctly to include the documents you expect to be processed.
  
  
  Verify Document Availability: Check if there are any documents available for processing. You can do this by running relevant reports or queries in SAP to see if the expected documents exist.
  
  
  Review Job Scheduling: If the job is scheduled, ensure that it is set to run at the appropriate time when documents are expected to be available.
  
  
  Configuration Review: If you suspect a configuration issue, review the settings in the planning area or the job configuration to ensure they are correct.
  
  
  Logs and Traces: Check the job logs and traces for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about why no documents were found.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific process you are working with for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like /SCDL/TS to check the status of the jobs or /SAPAPO/SDP for planning-related tasks.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP SCM/APO for further assistance.