The coverage status of journals on the Scopus website may vary for several reasons, and it is often related to the update frequency of the Scopus database. Here are some common reasons why some journals may show present data, while others show coverage up to a specific year (e.g., 2023):
Update Frequency: Scopus continuously updates its database with new content. Journals that show "present" typically have ongoing updates, meaning that the database includes the most recent articles from these journals.
Indexing Process: Journals may have been accepted for indexing in Scopus, and the indexing process is ongoing. In such cases, the coverage may be indicated up to a specific year (e.g., 2023) until the complete indexing process for newer articles is finished.
Review and Evaluation: Scopus periodically reviews and evaluates journals to ensure that they meet the necessary quality and content criteria for inclusion. If a journal is undergoing review or reevaluation, its coverage information may be provided up to a certain year until the evaluation process is complete.
Negotiations and Changes: There could be negotiations between Scopus and publishers or changes in the journal's policies that affect its coverage status. These negotiations and changes may result in the journal being listed up to a specific year until agreements are finalized.
If you are interested in a specific journal, it's a good idea to check for updates on the Scopus website or contact the Scopus support team for the most accurate and current information. Additionally, some journals might have pre-publication access, allowing the inclusion of articles in the Scopus database before the official publication date.
Don't worry about this point....the most important thing in Scopus website is the journal not disconnected from Scopus....and to make sure that the journal is still available in Scopus you have to check it in the list of updated in the Scopus website.