How To Fix EEDMSET518 - Output not possible for settlement document &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EEDMSET - Messages for Settlement

• Message number: 518

• Message text: Output not possible for settlement document &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EEDMSET518 - Output not possible for settlement document &1 ?

  The SAP error message EEDMSET518, which states "Output not possible for settlement document &1," typically occurs when there is an issue with the output determination for a settlement document in the SAP system. This error can arise in various scenarios, particularly in the context of settlement documents related to project systems, internal orders, or other financial transactions.
  Causes:
  
  Output Type Not Defined: The output type for the settlement document may not be defined in the system.
  Output Condition Records Missing: There may be no condition records for the output type, meaning the system does not know when or how to generate the output.
  Document Status: The status of the settlement document may not allow for output processing (e.g., it may be in a status that does not permit output).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the output determination settings for the relevant application area (e.g., Project System, Controlling).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the output processing for the settlement document.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Output Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) and check if the output type for the settlement document is defined.
  Ensure that the output type is correctly assigned to the relevant document type.
  
  
  
  Create/Update Condition Records:
  
  If the output type is defined but condition records are missing, create or update the condition records for the output type.
  Use transaction codes like NACE (for output types) to maintain the condition records.
  
  
  
  Review Document Status:
  
  Check the status of the settlement document to ensure it is in a state that allows for output processing.
  If necessary, change the status of the document or process it in a way that allows output.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform output processing for the settlement document.
  Consult with your SAP security team if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the output determination process to identify any underlying issues in the logic or configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  NACE (Output Types)
  SPRO (Configuration)
  SE38 (ABAP Program Execution for debugging)
  
  
  
  Documentation: 
  
  SAP Help Portal and SAP Notes related to output determination and settlement documents can provide additional insights and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  SAP Community: 
  
  Engaging with the SAP Community forums can also provide insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EEDMSET518 error and implement a solution to resolve it.