How To Fix 25045 - No recipient list exists for document & & & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 25 - DDS: document distribution (DMS)

• Message number: 045

• Message text: No recipient list exists for document & & & &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 25045 - No recipient list exists for document & & & & ?

  The SAP error message "25045 No recipient list exists for document" typically occurs when you are trying to send a document (like a purchase order, invoice, etc.) via email or another communication method, but the system cannot find any recipients associated with that document. This can happen for several reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Recipient Data: The document you are trying to send does not have any recipients defined in the system.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type may not be configured to have recipients.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the output types or communication methods in the SAP system.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or send the document.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow it to be sent (e.g., it is not yet approved).
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Recipient Data:
  
  Go to the document in question and check if there are any recipients assigned. This can usually be done in the output section of the document.
  If no recipients are listed, you may need to add them manually.
  
  
  
  Review Output Type Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the output type associated with the document. Ensure that it is set up correctly to allow for recipient assignment.
  You can do this in transaction code NACE for output types.
  
  
  
  Verify Document Type Settings:
  
  Ensure that the document type you are working with is configured to allow for output processing. This can also be checked in transaction NACE.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to send the document. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Document Status:
  
  Verify the status of the document. If it is not in a state that allows sending (e.g., not yet approved), you may need to change its status.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes like ME22N (for purchase orders) or FB03 (for financial documents) to check the document and its output settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to output management and document processing for more detailed guidance on configuring output types and recipient lists.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.