How To Fix /SCMTMS/EXTRACTORS030 - Extractor &1: no extraction; the selected time frame is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/EXTRACTORS -

• Message number: 030

• Message text: Extractor &1: no extraction; the selected time frame is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/EXTRACTORS030 - Extractor &1: no extraction; the selected time frame is invalid ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/EXTRACTORS030 indicates that there is an issue with the extraction process in the SAP Transportation Management System (TMS). Specifically, the message states that the extractor for a certain object (denoted by &1) could not perform the extraction because the selected time frame is invalid.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Time Frame: The most common cause of this error is that the time frame specified for the extraction does not contain any relevant data. This could happen if:
  
  The start and end dates are set incorrectly.
  The time frame does not cover any transactions or records that exist in the system.
  The data has been archived or deleted for the specified period.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the extractor settings that lead to the invalid time frame.
  
  
  Data Availability: The data might not be available in the system for the specified time frame due to various reasons, such as data not being loaded or processed yet.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Time Frame: Review the time frame parameters you are using for the extraction. Ensure that:
  
  The start date is earlier than the end date.
  The specified dates actually correspond to periods where data exists.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Availability: Check if there are any records in the system for the specified time frame. You can do this by querying the relevant tables or using transaction codes that display the data.
  
  
  Adjust Extractor Settings: If the extractor settings are incorrect, you may need to adjust them. This could involve:
  
  Modifying the selection criteria in the extractor configuration.
  Ensuring that the extractor is set up to pull data from the correct source.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific extractor you are using to ensure that you are following the correct procedures and that your configuration is correct.
  
  
  Check for Data Archiving: If data has been archived, you may need to adjust your extraction parameters to include archived data or restore the necessary data.
  
  
  Testing: After making adjustments, perform a test extraction to verify that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to check the underlying tables for data availability.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the extractor you are using.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.