How To Fix /SCMTMS/OM004 - VGM cut-off date/time has expired; VGM data is not recorded for item &1

/SCMTMS/OM004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/OM -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: VGM cut-off date/time has expired; VGM data is not recorded for item &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/OM004 - VGM cut-off date/time has expired; VGM data is not recorded for item &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/OM004 indicates that the VGM (Verified Gross Mass) cut-off date/time has expired for a specific item in the Transportation Management System (TMS). This error typically occurs when the system attempts to record VGM data for a shipment item after the designated cut-off time has passed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Expired Cut-off Time: The primary cause of this error is that the VGM cut-off date/time has been reached or exceeded. This means that the system will not allow any further updates or entries for VGM data for that shipment item.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the cut-off times in the system, leading to premature expiration of the VGM recording window.
  Process Timing: The timing of the processes involved in the shipment may not align correctly, causing the VGM data to be attempted to be recorded after the cut-off.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Cut-off Configuration: Review the configuration settings for VGM cut-off times in