How To Fix DV381 - Cover sheet &1 was determined (disp.format &2, outp.format &3, lang. &4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DV - EHS: Messages for Report Shipping

• Message number: 381

• Message text: Cover sheet &1 was determined (disp.format &2, outp.format &3, lang. &4)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DV381 - Cover sheet &1 was determined (disp.format &2, outp.format &3, lang. &4) ?

  The SAP error message DV381 typically relates to issues with the output format of a cover sheet in a document processing scenario, such as when generating print layouts or forms. The message indicates that a cover sheet was determined, but there may be issues with the specified display format, output format, or language.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Format Settings: The display format, output format, or language settings may not be correctly configured in the system.
  Missing or Incompatible Forms: The required forms or templates for the specified formats may be missing or not compatible with the current configuration.
  User Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified formats or forms.
  Configuration Errors: There may be errors in the configuration of the output device or the print layout settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Format Settings:
  
  Verify the display format, output format, and language settings in the relevant configuration areas (e.g., NAST table for output types).
  Ensure that the formats specified are valid and available in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Form Availability:
  
  Check if the required forms are available in the SAP system. You can do this by navigating to the transaction code SE71 (SAPscript) or SMARTFORMS (for Smart Forms) to see if the forms are correctly defined and activated.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the specified output formats and forms. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration of the output device (transaction SPAD) to ensure that it is set up correctly for the intended output formats.
  Check the settings in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO) for output management.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test to see if the error persists. You can use the print preview functionality to check if the cover sheet is generated correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE71: SAPscript Form Maintenance
  SMARTFORMS: Smart Forms Maintenance
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  NAST: Output Conditions Table
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on output management and form configuration.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.