How To Fix 25204 - You must name an output device for distribution type &

25204 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 204

• Message text: You must name an output device for distribution type &

What causes this issue?

A distribution type has been chosen for which you must explicitly enter
an output device (for example, plotter).
The 'Printer required' indicator has been set for this distribution
type in Customizing for document distribution.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

In the list of possible distribution types for recipients (F4), you
must explicitly choose a communication address.
Vorgehen:
- Chose F4 help on the distribution type field
- Choose the distribution type you require and then execute the
function for choosing the communication address
- Choose a communication address and copy it

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 25204 - You must name an output device for distribution type & ?

  The SAP error message 25204, which states "You must name an output device for distribution type &," typically occurs when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires output to be printed or sent to an output device, but the system does not have a specified output device for the distribution type you are using.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Output Device: The output device has not been specified in the configuration for the distribution type you are using.
  Incorrect Configuration: The output device may not be correctly configured in the system or may not be available for the user or the specific transaction.
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may not have the necessary settings to define an output device.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Specify Output Device:
  
  Go to the transaction where the error occurs.
  Look for an option to specify the output device. This is often found in the print settings or output options.
  Select an appropriate output device from