How To Fix EDEREG_TOOLS381 - No output options selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDEREG_TOOLS - Deregulation Check Framework

• Message number: 381

• Message text: No output options selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDEREG_TOOLS381 - No output options selected ?

  The SAP error message EDEREG_TOOLS381: No output options selected typically occurs when you are trying to execute a report or a transaction that requires output options (like print, email, or download) but none have been selected. This can happen in various SAP modules, especially when dealing with reports or data exports.
  Cause:
  
  No Output Format Selected: The user has not selected any output format (e.g., print, PDF, Excel) before executing the report.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of output devices or settings in the SAP system.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to select or use certain output options.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select Output Options:
  
  Before executing the report or transaction, ensure that you select at least one output option. This can usually be done in the output options dialog box that appears when you run the report.
  Common options include:
  
  Print
  Save to file (e.g., Excel, PDF)
  Email
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you are an administrator, check the configuration of output devices in the SAP system. Ensure that the output devices are correctly set up and available for use.
  You can check this in transaction SPAD (Spool Administration).
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the output options. This can be checked in transaction SU53 (Authorization Check) after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Default Output Settings:
  
  If you frequently use a specific output option, consider setting it as a default in your user profile settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  SU53: Authorization Check
  SE38: Execute Program (to run reports)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to select output options when running reports to avoid this error in the future.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message EDEREG_TOOLS381 and successfully execute your reports or transactions in SAP.