How To Fix CMP_NEW017 - There is no document to be printed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMP_NEW - Billing: Complaint Management

• Message number: 017

• Message text: There is no document to be printed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMP_NEW017 - There is no document to be printed ?

  The SAP error message CMP_NEW017, which states "There is no document to be printed," typically occurs in the context of printing documents from SAP, such as invoices, purchase orders, or other output documents. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  
  No Output Request Created: The document you are trying to print may not have an output request generated. This can happen if the document was not processed correctly or if the output type was not configured.
  
  
  Output Type Not Assigned: The output type for the document may not be assigned or configured properly in the system.
  
  
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow printing (e.g., it may be incomplete or not yet released).
  
  
  Print Settings: The print settings may not be correctly configured in the user profile or the document settings.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to print the document.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There may be technical issues with the printer or the SAP system itself.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Output Request: Verify if an output request has been created for the document. You can do this by checking the document's output history.
  
  
  Assign Output Type: Ensure that the correct output type is assigned to the document. You can check this in the document's configuration or settings.
  
  
  Review Document Status: Check the status of the document to ensure it is in a state that allows printing. If necessary, complete or release the document.
  
  
  Check User Profile Settings: Review the user profile settings to ensure that the print settings are correctly configured. You can do this in transaction code SU01.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to print the document. This can be checked with the help of a security administrator.
  
  
  Technical Troubleshooting: If the issue persists, check for any technical issues with the printer or the SAP system. This may involve checking printer configurations, network connections, or system logs for errors.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SP01 (Spool Request) to check the status of spool requests and NACE (Output Types) to configure output types.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on output management and printing processes.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical support team for further assistance.