How To Fix /SCMTMS/OM317 - You can't set status to 'WH Proc. Not Started'; goods mvmt. status is &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/OM -

• Message number: 317

• Message text: You can't set status to 'WH Proc. Not Started'; goods mvmt. status is &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/OM317 - You can't set status to 'WH Proc. Not Started'; goods mvmt. status is &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/OM317 indicates that you are trying to set the status of a transportation order or related document to "Warehouse Processing Not Started," but the goods movement status is not compatible with this action. The error message specifies that the current goods movement status is &1, which means that the system is preventing the status change due to the existing goods movement status.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the goods movement status of the transportation order or related document is not in a state that allows for the status to be changed to "Warehouse Processing Not Started." This typically occurs when:
  
  The goods have already been moved or processed in some way.
  The document is in a status that requires it to be completed or canceled before changing to "Warehouse Processing Not Started."
  There are dependencies or conditions that must be met before the status can be changed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Current Status: Review the current goods movement status indicated by &1. This will help you understand why the status change is being blocked.
  
  
  Analyze Document Flow: Look at the document flow and see if there are any preceding documents or processes that need to be completed or reversed.
  
  
  Correct Status: If the goods movement status is incorrect or needs to be reset, you may need to perform the necessary actions to change it. This could involve:
  
  Completing or canceling the current goods movement.
  Reversing any previous transactions that have affected the status.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling transportation orders and goods movements to ensure compliance with the required processes.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMTMS/TO for transportation orders, /SCMTMS/OM for order management, and others that may be relevant to your specific scenario.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message or the specific module you are working with, as there may be known issues or patches available.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change the status of the document in question.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.