How To Fix FDM_COLLECTION032 - Billing document cannot be printed. No valid message type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDM_COLLECTION - SAP Collections Management

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Billing document cannot be printed. No valid message type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDM_COLLECTION032 - Billing document cannot be printed. No valid message type ?

  The SAP error message FDM_COLLECTION032 indicates that a billing document cannot be printed because there is no valid message type associated with it. This error typically arises in the context of billing document processing in SAP, particularly when trying to print invoices or billing statements.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Message Type: The billing document does not have a valid message type assigned to it. Message types are used in SAP to determine how documents are processed and communicated (e.g., printed, emailed).
  Configuration Issues: The message type for billing documents may not be configured correctly in the system.
  Document Status: The billing document may be in a status that does not allow it to be printed (e.g., it may not be fully processed or may be in a draft state).
  Output Determination: The output determination procedure may not be set up correctly for the billing document type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Message Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code NACE (Output Control).
  Select the application area related to billing (e.g., V3 for billing).
  Check if the message type for the billing document is defined and active.
  Ensure that the output type is correctly assigned to the billing document type.
  
  
  
  Assign Message Type:
  
  If the message type is missing, you may need to create or assign a valid message type to the billing document.
  Ensure that the output condition records are maintained for the relevant billing document type.
  
  
  
  Review Output Determination:
  
  Check the output determination procedure for the billing document type to ensure that it is set up correctly.
  Make sure that the necessary conditions for output determination are met.
  
  
  
  Check Document Status:
  
  Verify the status of the billing document. If it is not in a printable state, you may need to change its status or complete any pending processes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to print the billing document again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  NACE: For output control configuration.
  VF03: To display billing documents and check their status.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on output determination and message types.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to print billing documents.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation, as there may be underlying configuration or system issues that need to be addressed.