How To Fix 16003 - Values assigned to material variant printed on printer &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 16 - Type matching for variant configuration (as of 4.5A)

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Values assigned to material variant printed on printer &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 16003 - Values assigned to material variant printed on printer & ?

  The SAP error message "16003 Values assigned to material variant printed on printer &" typically indicates an issue related to the printing of material variants in SAP. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during the printing of labels, documents, or reports that involve material variants.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The material variant may not be properly configured in the system, leading to issues when attempting to print.
  Printer Settings: The printer settings may not be correctly set up for the specific material variant or the output device.
  Data Issues: There may be missing or incorrect data associated with the material variant that is required for printing.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to print the material variant.
  Output Type Configuration: The output type for the material variant may not be correctly defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Variant Configuration: Ensure that the material variant is correctly configured in the system. Verify that all necessary fields are filled out and that the variant is active.
  Review Printer Settings: Check the printer settings in SAP. Ensure that the correct printer is selected and that it is configured to handle the type of output being generated.
  Validate Data: Review the data associated with the material variant to ensure that all required information is present and correct.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to print has the necessary authorizations to perform the print operation for the material variant.
  Output Type Settings: Verify the output type settings in the system. Ensure that the output type for the material variant is correctly defined and linked to the appropriate print program.
  Test Printing: After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test print to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as SPAD (Spool Administration) to manage printer settings or NACE (Output Types) to configure output types.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide specific guidance or fixes for known problems.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on material variants, printing processes, and configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide further assistance.