How To Fix ARBERP_CFG057 - Output type does not exist; check Customizing for message control

ARBERP_CFG057 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ARBERP_CFG - Message class for ARBERP_CFG Customizing Views

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Output type does not exist; check Customizing for message control

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ARBERP_CFG057 - Output type does not exist; check Customizing for message control ?

  The SAP error message ARBERP_CFG057 indicates that the output type you are trying to use does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs when you are attempting to process an output (like a printout, email, or other forms of communication) for a document (such as an invoice, order, etc.), and the system cannot find the corresponding output type in the configuration.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Output Type: The specified output type has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The output type may not be properly configured in the message control settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the output type.
  Document Type Mismatch: The output type may not be assigned to the specific document type you are working with.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Output Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code NACE (Message Control).
  Select the appropriate application area (e.g., V1 for Sales, V2 for