How To Fix EI346 - Output &1 for document &2 has meanwhile been deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EI - Foreign Trade: Gen. Output

• Message number: 346

• Message text: Output &1 for document &2 has meanwhile been deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EI346 - Output &1 for document &2 has meanwhile been deleted ?

  The SAP error message EI346 indicates that an output (such as a printout, email, or other communication) for a specific document has been deleted after it was initially generated. This can occur in various SAP modules, particularly in logistics and finance, where documents are frequently processed and outputs are generated.
  Cause:
  
  Document Deletion: The document for which the output was generated has been deleted or archived in the system.
  Output Condition: The output condition record may have been changed or deleted, leading to the output being invalid.
  Timing Issues: There may be a timing issue where the output was generated, but the document was deleted before the output could be processed.
  User Actions: A user may have manually deleted the output or the document, either intentionally or accidentally.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the document in question. Ensure that it still exists in the system and has not been deleted or archived.
  Recreate Output: If the document is still valid, try to regenerate the output. This can often be done through the relevant transaction code or output processing function.
  Review Output Conditions: Check the output condition records to ensure they are correctly set up and have not been deleted or modified.
  Consult Logs: Review system logs or change logs to identify any recent changes made to the document or output conditions that may have led to this error.
  User Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the document and generate outputs.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the module, you may use transaction codes like ME23N (for purchase orders), VF03 (for billing documents), or others to check the document status.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to output management and document processing for best practices and guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the EI346 error message in SAP.