How To Fix FB556 - Doc. & & & is a noted item; no output

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FB - Batch Programs

• Message number: 556

• Message text: Doc. & & & is a noted item; no output

What causes this issue?

The document &V1& &V2& &V3& is a noted item.

System Response

No output of the correspondence request

How to fix this error?

Please check the configuration of the automatic correspondence or
the correspondence request for the noted item. If you cannot
recognize any errors, please contact your system supervisor.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FB556 - Doc. & & & is a noted item; no output ?

  The SAP error message FB556 indicates that there is a noted item in the system that does not have any output. This typically occurs in the context of financial documents, particularly when dealing with payment processing or document postings.
  Cause:
  
  Noted Item: The document in question is marked as a noted item, which means it is not a final document and may require further action or approval.
  Missing Output Configuration: The system may not have the necessary output configuration set up for the document type or the specific transaction.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for output generation (e.g., it may be incomplete or in a draft state).
  Output Type Not Defined: The output type for the document may not be defined in the system, or the conditions for generating the output are not met.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the document. If it is a noted item, ensure that it is processed or approved as necessary.
  Review Output Configuration:
  
  Go to the output determination settings in SAP (Transaction code: NACE).
  Check if the output type for the relevant document type is defined and active.
  Ensure that the output condition records are maintained correctly.
  
  
  Process the Noted Item: If the document is a noted item, you may need to convert it to a regular document or complete any required actions before output can be generated.
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to generate outputs for the document type in question.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configurations related to your organization's setup.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FB05 (Post with Clearing), and NACE (Output Types).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the error message FB556 for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FB556 error and implement a solution to resolve it.