How To Fix BFIBL02615 - Specify printer for payment summary, or select screen output

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BFIBL02 - Payment Medium: Messages

• Message number: 615

• Message text: Specify printer for payment summary, or select screen output

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BFIBL02615 - Specify printer for payment summary, or select screen output ?

  The SAP error message BFIBL02615 indicates that a printer must be specified for the payment summary, or that the user must select a screen output option. This error typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when generating payment summaries or reports.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Printer Configuration: The system does not have a default printer set up for the user or the specific transaction.
  Output Type Not Specified: The user has not selected an output type (e.g., print, email, or screen) for the payment summary.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the printer or output options.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Specify a Printer:
  
  Go to the transaction where the error occurs.
  Look for an option to specify a printer. This is often found in the output options or settings.
  Select a valid printer from the list or enter the printer name manually.
  
  
  
  Select Output Type:
  
  Ensure that you have selected an output type (e.g., print, email, or display on screen) before executing the transaction.
  If you want to display the payment summary on the screen, choose the appropriate option from the output settings.
  
  
  
  Check User Settings:
  
  Verify that your user profile has a default printer set up. You can do this by navigating to User Profile settings in SAP.
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the printer and output options.
  
  
  
  Consult with IT Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult your IT support team or SAP Basis team to check for any configuration issues with printers or output devices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to payment processing, such as F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions) or FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed instructions on configuring printers and output settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message BFIBL02615 and successfully generate the payment summary.