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Message type: E = Error
Message class: /SCWM/VAS -
Message number: 231
Message text: A space does not describe a valid status
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/SCWM/VAS231
- A space does not describe a valid status ?The SAP error message
/SCWM/VAS231 A space does not describe a valid status
typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when dealing with Value-Added Services (VAS). This error indicates that the system is trying to process a status that is not recognized or is invalid, often due to a misconfiguration or missing data.Causes:
- Invalid Status Configuration: The status being referenced in the VAS process may not be defined in the system or may have been deleted.
- Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error or incorrect input in the status field.
- Missing Customization: The necessary customizing settings for VAS statuses may not have been properly set up in the system.
- Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the VAS process, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
Solutions:
Check Status Configuration:
- Go to the customizing settings in SAP and verify that the status in question is correctly defined.
- Ensure that all necessary statuses for the VAS process are configured in the system.
Review Input Data:
- Double-check the input data for any typographical errors or incorrect entries.
- Ensure that the status being used is valid and exists in the system.
Customizing Settings:
- Navigate to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and check the settings for VAS.
- Ensure that all required customizing steps have been completed.
Check for Missing Data:
- Review the relevant tables (e.g., /SCWM/VAS) to ensure that all necessary data is present and correctly configured.
- If any data is missing, you may need to create or update the relevant entries.
Consult Documentation:
- Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on VAS status configuration and troubleshooting.
Contact SAP Support:
- If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
Related Information:
/SCWM/VAS
for managing VAS processes.By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.
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