How To Fix /SCMTMS/VSS_CHK007 - Coupling of document &1 at loc. &2 (KEY &3) starts before load finished

/SCMTMS/VSS_CHK007 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/VSS_CHK -

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Coupling of document &1 at loc. &2 (KEY &3) starts before load finished

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/VSS_CHK007 - Coupling of document &1 at loc. &2 (KEY &3) starts before load finished ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/VSS_CHK007 indicates that there is an issue with the coupling of a document (such as a shipment or transportation request) at a specific location. The error specifically states that the coupling starts before the load has finished, which suggests a timing or sequencing issue in the transportation management process.
  
  Cause:
  
  Timing Issue: The coupling of the document is being attempted before the associated load has been fully processed or completed. This can happen if the system is trying to link documents prematurely.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP Transportation Management (TM) system that are not aligned with the expected process flow.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be inconsistencies or missing data in the documents or loads that are being processed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Load Status: Ensure that the load associated with the document is fully completed before attempting to couple the document. You may need to review the load's