How To Fix FDM_COLLECTION034 - Error with the print view 'new output of the billing document'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDM_COLLECTION - SAP Collections Management

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Error with the print view 'new output of the billing document'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDM_COLLECTION034 - Error with the print view 'new output of the billing document' ?

  The SAP error message FDM_COLLECTION034 typically relates to issues encountered when trying to print or generate a new output for a billing document. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, missing data, or problems with the output determination process.
  Causes:
  
  Output Type Configuration: The output type for the billing document may not be correctly configured in the system.
  Missing Master Data: Required master data (like customer master or material master) may be incomplete or missing.
  Output Condition Records: There may be no condition records maintained for the output type in the output determination procedure.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the print function.
  Form Issues: The form used for printing (like Smart Forms or SAPscript) may not be correctly defined or may have errors.
  Document Status: The billing document may be in a status that does not allow printing (e.g., it may be blocked or not fully processed).
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Output Type Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code NACE and check the output type configuration for billing documents. Ensure that the output type is correctly set up and assigned to the billing document type.
  
  
  
  Maintain Condition Records:
  
  Ensure that condition records for the output type are maintained. You can do this in transaction code VV31 (for billing output types).
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Check the customer master data and ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly. This includes checking the sales area data.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the print function. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Review the Form:
  
  If you are using Smart Forms or SAPscript, check the form for any errors. You can test the form using transaction SMARTFORMS or SE71 to ensure it is functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Document Status:
  
  Check the status of the billing document. Ensure that it is not blocked and is in a status that allows printing.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the output determination process to identify where the failure occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  NACE: Output Types Configuration
  VV31: Maintain Output Condition Records
  SMARTFORMS: Smart Forms Maintenance
  SE71: SAPscript Form Maintenance
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the error message FDM_COLLECTION034.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to output determination and billing document processing for additional insights.
  
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.