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How To Fix EBR538 - Error while preparing "process messages" doc. for output (DocType &1)


EBR538 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: EBR - Message Class for Batch Records

  • Message number: 538

  • Message text: Error while preparing "process messages" doc. for output (DocType &1)

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  • What causes this issue?

    An internal error occurred while preparing the <LS>Process messages</>
    document for output. The corresponding document type &V1& has not been
    defined in your system.
    INCLUDE NA_FU_NO OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE EN

    System Response

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

    How to fix this error?

    INCLUDE NA_SYSVERW OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE EN

    Procedure for System Administrators

    Define document type &V1& of document class <LS>PDF</> in Customizing
    for <LS>ArchiveLink</>.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


EBR538 - Details

  • The SAP error message EBR538 indicates that there was an issue while preparing a "process messages" document for output. This error typically occurs in the context of document processing, particularly when dealing with output management in SAP systems.
    
    Cause: The error can be caused by several factors, including but not limited to:
    Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings for the output type or document type in the SAP system. Missing Data: Required data for the document type may be missing or incomplete, preventing the system from generating the output. Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to process or generate the document. Technical Errors: There may be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the output device, communication issues, or system performance problems. Custom Code: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the output processing logic, they may be causing the error.
    Solution: To resolve the EBR538 error, you can take the following steps: Check Configuration: Verify the

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