How To Fix /SCMTMS/EXTRACTORS008 - No dates provided for given selection times

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/EXTRACTORS -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: No dates provided for given selection times

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/EXTRACTORS008 - No dates provided for given selection times ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/EXTRACTORS008 No dates provided for given selection times typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the date selection criteria in a report or extraction process. This error indicates that the system is unable to find any relevant data because no valid date range has been specified for the selection criteria.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Date Parameters: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not provided any date parameters in the selection screen of the report or extraction.
  Incorrect Date Format: The dates provided may not be in the correct format or may not be recognized by the system.
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria may be too restrictive, leading to no available data for the specified time frame.
  Data Availability: There may be no data available in the system for the specified selection criteria, including the date range.
  
  Solution:
  
  Provide Date Parameters: Ensure that you enter valid start and end dates in the selection screen. This is the most straightforward solution.
  Check Date Format: Verify that the dates are in the correct format as expected by the system (e.g., YYYY-MM-DD).
  Review Selection Criteria: Check if other selection criteria are too restrictive. Try broadening the criteria to see if data can be retrieved.
  Data Availability Check: Confirm that there is data available in the system for the specified date range. You can do this by checking the relevant tables or using other reports.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files for the specific report or extraction process you are using to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like /SCMTMS/EXTRACTOR or others related to reporting in SAP TM.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the data you are trying to extract.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for further assistance.