How To Fix WS_MASS037 - Document Number & To Be Processed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Document Number & To Be Processed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS_MASS037 - Document Number & To Be Processed ?

  The SAP error message WS_MASS037 typically appears in the context of mass processing of documents (such as mass posting, mass changes, or mass processing in workflow or document management). The message text usually involves something like:
  Document Number & To Be Processed
  
  Cause
  
  The error WS_MASS037 generally indicates that there is an issue with the document number during a mass processing run.
  It often means that the document number specified for processing is missing, incorrect, or not valid in the current context.
  Another common cause is that the document is already processed, locked, or not available for the requested operation.
  Sometimes, the error occurs if the document number range or the document itself is not maintained or authorized for the user or the process.
  It can also happen if the document is not in the correct status for the mass processing step.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check Document Number(s):
  
  Verify that the document number(s) entered for mass processing are correct and exist in the system.
  Ensure the document numbers are within the valid number range and belong to the correct company code or organizational unit.
  
  
  
  Check Document Status:
  
  Confirm that the documents are in a status that allows mass processing.
  For example, documents already posted or locked cannot be processed again.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure the user running the mass processing has the necessary authorizations to process the documents.
  
  
  
  Check Lock Entries:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check if the document is locked by another user or process.
  If locked, wait for the lock to be released or coordinate with the user holding the lock.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify that the document types and number ranges are properly configured and assigned.
  Check if the mass processing program or transaction is correctly set up to handle the document type.
  
  
  
  Review Logs and Details:
  
  Look at the detailed error log or application log (transaction SLG1) for more information about the error.
  Sometimes the message is accompanied by additional details that can help pinpoint the issue.
  
  
  
  Retry or Process Individually:
  
  Try processing the document individually to isolate if the problem is with a specific document or the mass processing logic.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  Mass processing transactions vary depending on the module, e.g., FB50L (mass posting), WSMASS (workflow mass processing), or custom mass processing programs.
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to mass processing errors or document number issues.
  
  
  SAP Forums and OSS:
  
  Searching for WS_MASS037 in SAP Community or OSS Notes can provide specific patches or corrections.
  
  
  Mass Processing Programs:
  
  Some mass processing programs have specific prerequisites for document numbers and statuses; consult the documentation for the specific program you are using.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact context (module, transaction, or process) where the error occurs, I can give a more tailored solution.