How To Fix FB338 - Printing of balance notifications at & has finished

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FB - Batch Programs

• Message number: 338

• Message text: Printing of balance notifications at & has finished

What causes this issue?

You have started report &V2&.

System Response

Forms were displayed on the screen and/or written to the spool.
Created print orders all have the following title:
&V3& &V4& &V1&

How to fix this error?

If print orders were created, you can now view these and print them
out. Use the menu option provided for this.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FB338 - Printing of balance notifications at & has finished ?

  The SAP error message FB338 typically indicates that the printing of balance notifications has been completed, but it may also imply that there was an issue or that the process did not yield the expected results. This message is often related to the financial accounting module in SAP, particularly in the context of balance notifications for customers or vendors.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The printing program or form may not be correctly configured in the SAP system.
  Output Device Problems: There may be issues with the output device (printer) settings or availability.
  Data Issues: There may be no data to print, or the data may not meet the criteria for printing balance notifications.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the printing process.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the spool request or the print job.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Ensure that the printing program and forms are correctly configured in the SAP system. This includes checking the output type and the associated print program.
  Verify Output Device: Check the settings for the output device to ensure it is correctly configured and available. You can do this in transaction SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Review Data: Ensure that there is data available for printing. Check the selection criteria used for generating balance notifications.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the printing process. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Analyze Spool Requests: Use transaction SP01 to check the spool requests for any errors or issues related to the print job.
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any error messages that may provide more context on the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FB05 (Post with Clearing), and SPAD (Spool Administration).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to FB338.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to financial accounting and printing processes for additional insights.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical support team for further investigation.