How To Fix FE078 - No data exists for printing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FE - CO-PA module pool messages

• Message number: 078

• Message text: No data exists for printing

What causes this issue?

No data is available for balance sheet printout in a layout set.
This problem occurs if the RFBIFOPR program is started directly instead
of via the RFBILA00 balance sheet program.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Call up RFBILA00 and enter a layout set. The balance sheet will then
automatically be printed to this layout set.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FE078 - No data exists for printing ?

  The SAP error message FE078 ("No data exists for printing") typically occurs when you attempt to print a document or report, but the system cannot find any data to print. This can happen in various contexts, such as when generating invoices, purchase orders, or other documents.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause is that the document or report you are trying to print does not have any associated data. This could be due to:
  
  The document was not created or saved properly.
  The data was deleted or not yet entered.
  The selection criteria used to generate the report do not match any existing records.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: If you are using specific filters or selection criteria, it may be that no records meet those criteria.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data required for printing.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be issues with the printer configuration, output device settings, or the spool request.
  
  
  Form Configuration: The form used for printing may not be correctly configured or may not be linked to the data source.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Data Availability: Ensure that the document or report you are trying to print has data. Verify that the relevant records exist in the system.
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria: If you are using filters, check to ensure that they are set correctly and that they should return data.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access the data. You may need to contact your SAP administrator for assistance.
  
  
  Check Printer Settings: Verify that the printer is correctly configured in SAP. Check the output device settings and ensure that the printer is online and available.
  
  
  Review Form Configuration: If you are using a custom form, check that it is correctly set up and linked to the appropriate data source.
  
  
  Spool Request: Check the spool request to see if there are any errors or if the request was generated successfully. You can do this by going to transaction code SP01.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to technical resources, you may want to debug the report or transaction to identify where the data retrieval is failing.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SP01 (Spool Request), SE38 (ABAP Program), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for debugging and checking configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific transaction or report you are working with.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific module or report to understand the data requirements and configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP's official documentation for further assistance.