How To Fix FARP_BLNC_CNFRM006 - Configuration for Output Type missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARP_BLNC_CNFRM - Balance Confirmation new OM

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Configuration for Output Type missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARP_BLNC_CNFRM006 - Configuration for Output Type missing ?

  The SAP error message FARP_BLNC_CNFRM006 indicates that there is a configuration issue related to the output type in the context of balance confirmations. This error typically arises when the system is unable to find the necessary configuration for the specified output type, which is required for processing balance confirmations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The output type that is being referenced in the transaction or process is not configured in the system.
  Incorrect Output Type: The output type specified may not be valid or may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the output type configuration.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Output Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable > Balance Confirmation > Output Control > Define Output Types.
  Ensure that the output type you are trying to use is defined and configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Output Type:
  
  If the output type is missing, you may need to create it. Ensure that you define the necessary parameters such as the medium (e.g., print, email) and the processing routines.
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, modify it to meet the requirements.
  
  
  
  Check for Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the output type. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the output type configuration was included and correctly imported.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO: For configuration settings.
  FBL1N: To view vendor line items, which may be related to balance confirmations.
  FBL5N: To view customer line items.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring output types and balance confirmations.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FARP_BLNC_CNFRM006 error and ensure that the output type configuration is correctly set up in your SAP system.