How To Fix FB358 - No output since form printing was not opened

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FB - Batch Programs

• Message number: 358

• Message text: No output since form printing was not opened

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FB358 - No output since form printing was not opened ?

  The SAP error message FB358 ("No output since form printing was not opened") typically occurs when there is an attempt to print a document (like an invoice or payment advice) but the system has not been configured to open the form for printing. This can happen for various reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Form Not Assigned: The form that is supposed to be used for printing is not assigned to the document type or the output type.
  Output Type Configuration: The output type may not be properly configured in the system.
  Print Parameters: The print parameters may not be set correctly, leading to the form not being opened.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the print job.
  Technical Issues: There may be technical issues with the printer or the spool system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Output Type Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction NACE to check the output type configuration for the relevant application (e.g., Financial Accounting).
  Ensure that the output type is correctly defined and linked to the appropriate form.
  
  
  
  Assign Form to Output Type:
  
  In the output type configuration, ensure that the correct form is assigned to the output type.
  If necessary, create or modify the output type to include the correct form.
  
  
  
  Review Print Parameters:
  
  Check the print parameters in the document to ensure that the form is set to be printed.
  You can do this by reviewing the document in the relevant transaction (e.g., FB03 for viewing documents).
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to print documents. This can be checked in transaction SU53 after attempting to print.
  
  
  
  Check Spool and Printer Settings:
  
  Verify that the printer settings are correct and that the printer is available.
  Check the spool requests in transaction SP01 to see if there are any errors related to the print job.
  
  
  
  Test Printing:
  
  Try to print a test document to see if the issue persists. This can help isolate whether the problem is with a specific document or a broader configuration issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  NACE: Output Types Configuration
  FB03: Display Document
  SP01: Spool Request Overview
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message FB358.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for output management and form printing to ensure that all configurations are correctly set up.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the FB358 error message in SAP. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.