How To Fix /SCMTMS/DG003 - Number of combined documents is too large: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/DG -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Number of combined documents is too large: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/DG003 - Number of combined documents is too large: &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/DG003 Number of combined documents is too large: &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when the system is trying to process a large number of documents (such as delivery documents, shipments, etc.) in a single operation, and the number exceeds the allowed limit.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Document Limit: The error indicates that the number of documents being processed in a single transaction exceeds the maximum limit set in the system configuration.
  System Configuration: The limit for combined documents is defined in the system settings, and it may not be suitable for the volume of data being processed.
  Performance Issues: Attempting to process too many documents at once can lead to performance issues, which is why the system imposes a limit.
  
  Solution:
  
  Reduce the Number of Documents: Try to split the operation into smaller batches. Instead of processing all documents at once, process them in smaller groups that are within the allowed limit.
  Check Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in SAP TM to see if the limit for combined documents can be adjusted. This may involve consulting with your SAP Basis or TM configuration team.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this issue or provide guidance on how to handle large document processing.
  Performance Tuning: If the system frequently encounters this issue, consider performance tuning or optimization of the processes involved in document handling.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Transportation Management for more details on document handling and configuration settings.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have implemented.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM that may help in monitoring and managing document processing.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to involve SAP support for further assistance.