How To Fix WS_MASS026 - No. of follow-on docs with unexpected status (&) within tolerance (&)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS_MASS - Settlement Management: Messages for Mass Processing

• Message number: 026

• Message text: No. of follow-on docs with unexpected status (&) within tolerance (&)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS_MASS026 - No. of follow-on docs with unexpected status (&) within tolerance (&) ?

  The SAP error message:
  WS_MASS026 No. of follow-on docs with unexpected status (&) within tolerance (&)
  typically occurs in the context of mass processing of follow-on documents in SAP, such as in Sales and Distribution (SD) or Materials Management (MM) modules, where follow-on documents (e.g., delivery, billing, or purchase order documents) are created or processed in bulk.
  
  Cause
  
  The error indicates that during a mass processing run, the system found a number of follow-on documents that have an unexpected status.
  The number of such documents is within a defined tolerance limit, but their presence is flagged as an issue.
  This usually means that some documents are in a status that prevents further processing or are inconsistent with the expected workflow.
  For example, a delivery document might be in a status that does not allow billing, or a purchase order follow-on document might be blocked or incomplete.
  The system checks the status of follow-on documents to ensure data consistency and process integrity.
  
  
  Explanation of the Message Variables
  
  The first & in the message is replaced by the number of follow-on documents found with unexpected status.
  The second & is replaced by the tolerance limit set in the system or in the transaction parameters.
  
  
  Typical Scenarios
  
  Mass billing run where some deliveries are not yet confirmed or are blocked.
  Mass creation of follow-on documents where some preceding documents are incomplete or have errors.
  Follow-on documents are in a status like "blocked", "canceled", or "incomplete" which is not expected for the mass processing.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the Status of Follow-on Documents:
  
  Identify the follow-on documents with unexpected status.
  Use transaction codes relevant to the document type (e.g., VL03N for deliveries, VF03 for billing documents, ME23N for purchase orders).
  Check if these documents are blocked, incomplete, or have errors.
  
  
  
  Analyze the Tolerance Setting:
  
  The tolerance limit is usually set in the customizing or in the parameters of the mass processing transaction.
  If the number of documents with unexpected status is acceptable, you may increase the tolerance.
  If not, you need to correct the documents.
  
  
  
  Correct the Documents:
  
  Remove blocks or errors on the documents.
  Complete missing data.
  Release or confirm documents as required.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Mass Processing:
  
  After corrections, re-execute the mass processing transaction.
  
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Sometimes, the tolerance and status checks are controlled via customizing.
  For example, in SD billing, check the settings in Sales and Distribution ? Billing ? Billing Documents ? Maintain Billing Types or related settings.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information
  
  This message is a warning or error depending on the tolerance setting.
  It helps prevent inconsistent or incomplete data from being processed in bulk.
  The exact transaction and module context can vary, so check the documentation or SAP notes related to the specific transaction you are using.
  If unsure, check SAP OSS Notes for message WS_MASS026 for any known issues or patches.
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Follow-on documents found with unexpected status during mass processing, within tolerance.
  
  
  Effect
  Mass processing is stopped or flagged to prevent inconsistent data processing.
  
  
  Solution
  Identify and correct the documents with unexpected status or adjust tolerance settings.
  
  
  Related Areas
  Mass billing, delivery processing, purchase order follow-on documents, status checks.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or module context, I can help with more specific steps or SAP notes.