How To Fix /SCMTMS/VSS_CHK014 - Finalize of doc. &1 at loc. &2 (&3) starts before prev. act. finishes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/VSS_CHK -

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Finalize of doc. &1 at loc. &2 (&3) starts before prev. act. finishes

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/VSS_CHK014 - Finalize of doc. &1 at loc. &2 (&3) starts before prev. act. finishes ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/VSS_CHK014 indicates that there is an issue with the sequence of activities in the Transportation Management (TM) module. Specifically, it means that the finalization of a document (like a transportation order or shipment) at a specific location is being attempted before a previous activity has been completed. This can occur in scenarios where multiple processes are being executed in parallel or where there are dependencies between activities that have not been respected.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrency Issues: The error often arises when multiple processes are trying to access or modify the same document or resource simultaneously.
  Process Dependencies: There may be a logical sequence of operations that must be followed, and the system is enforcing this sequence.
  Incomplete Previous Activities: The previous activity that needs to be completed (like picking, packing, or loading) has not been finalized, leading to this error when trying to finalize the current document.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Activity Status: Review the status of the previous activities related to the document in question. Ensure that all required steps have been completed before attempting to finalize the current document.
  Sequential Processing: If multiple processes are being executed, ensure that they are being executed in the correct order. You may need to implement checks or locks to prevent concurrent modifications.
  Error Logs: Check the application logs or transaction logs for more detailed information about what might be causing the issue. This can provide insights into which specific activity is still pending.
  Manual Intervention: If necessary, manually complete or finalize the previous activities before attempting to finalize the current document again.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of TM you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/ORDER or /SCMTMS/SHIPMENT to navigate to the relevant documents and check their statuses.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide patches or updates that could resolve underlying issues.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is affecting critical business processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.