How To Fix EI877 - Choose an output type in order to be able to maintain the form

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 877

• Message text: Choose an output type in order to be able to maintain the form

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EI877 - Choose an output type in order to be able to maintain the form ?

  The SAP error message EI877 ("Choose an output type in order to be able to maintain the form") typically occurs in the context of maintaining forms in SAPscript or Smart Forms. This error indicates that the system requires you to select an output type before you can proceed with maintaining the form.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Output Type: The error usually arises when you attempt to access or maintain a form without having specified an output type. Output types are essential for determining how and when the form will be used (e.g., print, email, etc.).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the output determination settings that prevent the system from recognizing the output type.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or maintain the form for the specified output type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select an Output Type:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., NACE for output determination).
  Choose the appropriate application area (e.g., Sales, Purchasing).
  Select the output type that you want to maintain for the form.
  After selecting the output type, you should be able to maintain the form without encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the output type is correctly configured in the system. This includes checking the output condition records and ensuring that the output type is assigned to the relevant document type.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP Basis or functional team to verify that the output type is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to maintain the form for the selected output type. If you lack the required permissions, contact your system administrator to request the appropriate access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After selecting the output type and making any necessary changes, test the output to ensure that the form is functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as NACE (Output Determination) and SMARTFORMS (for Smart Forms maintenance).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on output types and form maintenance.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EI877 error and successfully maintain the form in SAP.