How To Fix EARC405 - Print document &1 does not contain any lines

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EARC - IS-U: Archiving

• Message number: 405

• Message text: Print document &1 does not contain any lines

What causes this issue?

Print document &V1& does not contain any line items that can be
archived.

System Response

The archiving status of print document is set directly to <LS>Print
Document Line Items Deleted</> (03).

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EARC405 - Print document &1 does not contain any lines ?

  The SAP error message EARC405, which states "Print document &1 does not contain any lines," typically occurs when you attempt to print a document (like a purchase order, sales order, or invoice) that does not have any line items associated with it. This can happen for several reasons, and here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  No Line Items: The document you are trying to print genuinely has no line items. This could be due to an error during document creation or processing.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow printing, such as being incomplete or not yet approved.
  Data Deletion: Line items may have been deleted or not saved properly before the print action was initiated.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the print program or the output type that is being used.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or print the line items.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Content: Verify that the document you are trying to print actually contains line items. You can do this by navigating to the document in the relevant transaction (e.g., ME23N for purchase orders) and checking the line items.
  Review Document Status: Ensure that the document is in a status that allows printing. If it is incomplete, complete the necessary steps to finalize it.
  Recreate the Document: If the document is found to be empty or incorrectly configured, consider recreating it to ensure that all necessary line items are included.
  Check Output Configuration: Review the output type and the associated print program to ensure they are correctly configured. You can do this in transaction NACE or SPRO.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and print the document. This may require checking with your SAP security team.
  Debugging: If you have access to technical resources, debugging the print program may help identify why the line items are not being retrieved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME23N (Display Purchase Order), VA03 (Display Sales Order), or VF03 (Display Billing Document) to check the document details.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific document type or print program you are using.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module (e.g., MM, SD, FI) for additional insights on document processing and printing.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.