F2639 - Output type 2 is not defined without telefax number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F2 - Master Data Maintenance: Customer, Vendor

• Message number: 639

• Message text: Output type 2 is not defined without telefax number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F2639 - Output type 2 is not defined without telefax number ?

  The SAP error message F2639, which states "Output type 2 is not defined without telefax number," typically occurs in the context of financial document processing, particularly when trying to send output (like invoices or payment advice) via telefax. This error indicates that the system is expecting a telefax number to be associated with the output type, but it is not defined in the relevant master data or configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Telefax Number: The primary cause of this error is that the customer/vendor master data does not have a telefax number defined.
  Output Type Configuration: The output type (in this case, output type 2) may not be properly configured to handle the output without a telefax number.
  Document Type Settings: The document type being processed may require a telefax number for the specified output type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Customer/Vendor Master Data:
  
  Go to the customer or vendor master record (transaction codes like XD03 for customers or XK03 for vendors).
  Verify if a telefax number is entered in the communication section. If not, add a valid telefax number.
  
  
  
  Output Type Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration for output type 2 in the SAP system (transaction code NACE).
  Ensure that the output type is correctly set up to allow processing without a telefax number if that is the intended behavior.
  
  
  
  Document Type Settings:
  
  Review the document type settings related to the output type in the configuration. Ensure that the output type is not set to require a telefax number if it is not necessary.
  
  
  
  Alternative Output Methods:
  
  If telefax is not required, consider using alternative output methods (like email or print) and ensure that the output type is configured accordingly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the output processing again to ensure that the error does not occur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like NACE (for output types), XD03 (customer display), and XK03 (vendor display) for checking and modifying master data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on output management and configuration for further insights into handling output types and communication methods.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message F2639 and ensure that your output processing works as intended.