How To Fix /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES222 - Some documents cannot be processed because they are completed or canceled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 222

• Message text: Some documents cannot be processed because they are completed or canceled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES222 - Some documents cannot be processed because they are completed or canceled ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES222 indicates that certain documents cannot be processed because they are either completed or canceled. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when trying to perform actions on documents that are no longer in a state that allows for further processing.
  Cause:
  
  Document Status: The primary cause of this error is that the documents you are trying to process (such as transportation requests, shipments, or freight orders) have already reached a final status (completed or canceled). Once a document is in these statuses, it cannot be modified or processed further.
  Business Logic: The system is designed to prevent changes to finalized documents to maintain data integrity and ensure that business processes are followed correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Review the status of the documents you are trying to process. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using the appropriate report in SAP TM to view the status of the documents.
  Identify Next Steps: If the documents are completed or canceled, determine if there are any next steps you need to take. For example, if you need to create a new document, you may need to start a new transportation request or shipment.
  Reopen or Reverse: If you need to make changes to a completed document, you may need to look into options for reopening or reversing the document, if applicable. This may involve specific transactions or processes defined in your organization's SAP TM configuration.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling completed or canceled documents. There may be specific procedures in place for dealing with such situations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to transportation management, such as /SCMTMS/PR for transportation requests or /SCMTMS/SH for shipments.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform actions on the documents in question. Sometimes, user roles can restrict access to certain functionalities.
  Consult with Colleagues: If you are unsure about the next steps, consult with colleagues or your SAP support team for guidance on how to proceed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error and determine the appropriate course of action for the documents in question.