How To Fix /SCMTMS/VSS_OL008 - &1 documents excluded; doc. for export/import process cannot be scheduled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/VSS_OL -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: &1 documents excluded; doc. for export/import process cannot be scheduled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/VSS_OL008 - &1 documents excluded; doc. for export/import process cannot be scheduled ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/VSS_OL008 indicates that certain documents have been excluded from the export/import process, and as a result, the document cannot be scheduled. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there are issues with the configuration or data related to the documents being processed.
  Causes:
  
  Document Status: The documents may be in a status that does not allow them to be processed for export/import. For example, they might be incomplete or not fully approved.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in SAP TM that prevent certain documents from being included in the export/import process.
  Missing Data: Required data fields for the documents may be missing or incorrectly filled out, leading to their exclusion.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to process the documents.
  Custom Logic: There may be custom logic or user exits that exclude certain documents based on specific criteria.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Status: Review the status of the documents in question. Ensure that they are in a valid state for processing (e.g., approved, complete).
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in SAP TM related to the export/import process. Ensure that the relevant document types are correctly configured to be included.
  Validate Data: Ensure that all required fields for the documents are filled out correctly. Look for any missing or incorrect data that could lead to exclusion.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to process the documents. If not, work with your SAP security team to obtain the required permissions.
  Debug Custom Logic: If there are custom developments in place, review the code to see if there are any conditions that might be causing the documents to be excluded. Adjust the logic as necessary.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/OL to view and manage the documents in question.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Transportation Management for detailed information on document processing and configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error message and context for further investigation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.