How To Fix /SCMTMS/VSS_OL006 - &1 documents excluded; not linear FOs and TUs cannot be scheduled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/VSS_OL -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: &1 documents excluded; not linear FOs and TUs cannot be scheduled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/VSS_OL006 - &1 documents excluded; not linear FOs and TUs cannot be scheduled ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/VSS_OL006 indicates that certain documents (in this case, the number of documents is represented by &1) have been excluded from scheduling because they are not linear Freight Orders (FOs) and Transportation Units (TUs). This typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when the system is unable to schedule certain transportation requests due to their characteristics.
  Cause:
  
  Non-linear Freight Orders: The error suggests that the Freight Orders or Transportation Units in question are not linear. This means that they may have complex routing, multiple stops, or other characteristics that prevent them from being scheduled in a straightforward manner.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP TM system that do not allow for the scheduling of non-linear FOs or TUs.
  Missing Master Data: Required master data (like transportation lanes, routes, or vehicle availability) may be incomplete or missing, which can lead to scheduling issues.
  Capacity Constraints: The system may not have sufficient capacity to schedule the requested transportation, especially if the FOs or TUs exceed the available resources.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Freight Orders and Transportation Units: Check the characteristics of the FOs and TUs that are being excluded. Ensure that they are set up correctly and that they can be scheduled.
  Adjust Scheduling Parameters: If the system is configured to only allow linear scheduling, consider adjusting the parameters to allow for non-linear scheduling if that is appropriate for your business processes.
  Check Master Data: Ensure that all necessary master data is complete and accurate. This includes transportation lanes, routes, and vehicle availability.
  Capacity Planning: Review the capacity planning settings in your SAP TM system. Ensure that there are enough resources available to handle the transportation requests.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling non-linear FOs and TUs.
  Error Logs: Check the error logs for additional details that may provide more context on why the documents were excluded.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide updates and patches that could resolve the issue.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in transportation planning are trained on the capabilities and limitations of the SAP TM system, particularly regarding scheduling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to allow for the scheduling of the affected documents.