How To Fix 5C184 - Output process '&1' not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5C - HR: Messages for Switzerland

• Message number: 184

• Message text: Output process '&1' not found

What causes this issue?

The output procedure &V1&, that is to be used for infotype &V2& has not
been defined.

System Response

This output step is left out.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5C184 - Output process '&1' not found ?

  The SAP error message 5C184 indicates that the output process specified (denoted as &1) cannot be found. This error typically occurs in the context of output management, such as when trying to print or send documents (like invoices, delivery notes, etc.) in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Output Process: The specified output process may not be defined in the system. This could happen if the output type is not configured correctly or if the output process has been deleted or not created.
  Incorrect Configuration: The output type may not be linked to the correct output process in the configuration settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the output process.
  Transport Issues: If the output process was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Output Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code NACE (for output types) and check the configuration for the relevant application area (e.g., Sales, Purchasing).
  Ensure that the output type is correctly defined and linked to the appropriate output process.
  
  
  
  Define Output Process:
  
  If the output process is missing, you may need to create it. This can be done in the same NACE transaction by selecting the output type and defining the output process.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the output process. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the output process was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully imported. You may need to re-import or activate the transport.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the output determination process to identify where the failure occurs. This may require technical expertise.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  NACE: Output Types Configuration
  SPRO: Access to the SAP Reference IMG for configuration
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on output management and configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.