How To Fix /SCMTMS/COMMON203 - Archiving status will be changed from '&1' to '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/COMMON -

• Message number: 203

• Message text: Archiving status will be changed from '&1' to '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/COMMON203 - Archiving status will be changed from '&1' to '&2' ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/COMMON203 typically relates to the archiving status of a document or object in the SAP Transportation Management System (TMS). The message indicates that the archiving status of a particular object is being changed from one state (&1) to another (&2). 
  Cause:
  This message usually occurs when there is an attempt to change the archiving status of a document or object that is already in a certain state. The specific states represented by &1 and &2 will depend on the context of the operation being performed. Common causes include:
  
  Manual Changes: A user or process is trying to manually change the archiving status of a document.
  System Process: A background job or process is attempting to archive or unarchive documents.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the TMS that dictate how and when archiving should occur.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the status from being changed as expected.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Current Status: Review the current archiving status of the document or object in question. This can often be done through transaction codes related to TMS or by checking the relevant tables in the database.
  
  
  Review Logs: Check the application logs or system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about why the status change is failing.
  
  
  Configuration Review: Ensure that the configuration settings for archiving in TMS are correctly set up. This may involve checking the customizing settings in the SAP system.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the data to ensure that there are no issues that would prevent the status change. This may involve checking for orphaned records or inconsistencies in related tables.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the /SCMTMS/COMMON203 message for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TMS, such as /SCMTMS/ related transactions for managing transportation documents.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Archiving Process: Understand the archiving process in SAP, including how documents are archived and the implications of changing their status.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.