How To Fix ARBERP_MAP754 - An output item with status '&1' exists: no new output item created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ARBERP_MAP - Message class for package ARBERP1_MAPPINGS_CMN

• Message number: 754

• Message text: An output item with status '&1' exists: no new output item created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ARBERP_MAP754 - An output item with status '&1' exists: no new output item created ?

  The SAP error message ARBERP_MAP754 indicates that there is an existing output item with a specific status that prevents the creation of a new output item. This typically occurs in the context of output management in SAP, where the system is trying to generate an output (like an invoice, delivery note, etc.) but finds that there is already an output item with a status that does not allow for the creation of a new one.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Output Item: The primary cause of this error is that there is already an output item in the system with a status that is not compatible with creating a new output item. This could be due to the output item being in a status like "processed," "canceled," or "error."
  Output Configuration: The output type configuration may restrict the creation of multiple outputs for the same document under certain conditions.
  Document Status: The document itself may have a status that prevents further outputs from being generated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Output Items: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., VF03 for billing documents, VL03N for delivery documents) and check the output items associated with the document in question.
  Look for the status of the existing output items and determine if they can be changed or if they need to be deleted.
  
  
  
  Change or Delete Existing Output:
  
  If the existing output item is no longer needed, you can delete it or change its status if the business process allows for it.
  If the output item is in error status, you may need to resolve the underlying issue before proceeding.
  
  
  
  Review Output Type Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the output type in transaction NACE. Ensure that the settings allow for multiple outputs if that is required by your business process.
  Review the conditions under which outputs are generated and adjust them if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team to understand the specific configurations and settings that might be affecting output generation.
  
  
  
  Debugging: 
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the output determination process to identify any underlying issues in the logic that might be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as NACE (Output Types), VF03 (Display Billing Document), VL03N (Display Delivery), etc.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Exits and Enhancements: If your organization has custom developments, check if there are any user exits or enhancements that might be affecting output processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the ARBERP_MAP754 error and implement a solution to resolve it.