How To Fix FB850 - Correspondence not possible for document type & number & & &

FB850 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FB - Batch Programs

• Message number: 850

• Message text: Correspondence not possible for document type & number & & &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FB850 - Correspondence not possible for document type & number & & & ?

  The SAP error message FB850 indicates that correspondence cannot be generated for a specific document type and number. This error typically arises in the context of financial documents, such as invoices or payment documents, when the system is unable to create correspondence (like letters, notifications, or other forms of communication) related to that document.
  Causes of FB850 Error
  
  
  Document Type Configuration: The document type may not be configured to allow correspondence. Each document type in SAP can have specific settings that determine whether correspondence can be generated.
  
  
  Missing Correspondence Settings: The correspondence settings for the specific document type may not be maintained in the system. This includes settings for the correspondence type, output type, and other related parameters.
  
  
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for correspondence to be generated. For example, if the document is already cleared or archived, correspondence may not be possible.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user