How To Fix FICA_COLIABILITY_UI042 - No output device selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICA_COLIABILITY_UI - Debt Object UI Messages

• Message number: 042

• Message text: No output device selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICA_COLIABILITY_UI042 - No output device selected ?

  The SAP error message FICA_COLIABILITY_UI042 with the description "No output device selected" typically occurs in the context of the Financial Contract Accounting (FI-CA) module when trying to print or generate a report without specifying an output device.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  No Output Device Defined: The user has not selected an output device for the print job or report.
  Default Output Device Not Set: The user’s profile may not have a default output device configured.
  User Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or select output devices.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of output devices in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Select an Output Device:
  
  When you are prompted to print or generate a report, ensure that you select an output device from the list. This can usually be done in the print dialog box.
  
  
  
  Set a Default Output Device:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to System > User Profile > Own Data (or use transaction code SU3).
  In the Defaults tab, set a default output device under the "Output Device" field.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and select output devices. This may require checking with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Verify Output Device Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of output devices in the SAP system. You can do this by using transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Ensure that the output devices are correctly configured and are in an active state.
  
  
  
  Test Output Device:
  
  You can test the output device by trying to print a simple document or report to ensure it is functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPAD - Spool Administration
  SU3 - User Profile Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation related to FI-CA and output device management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message FICA_COLIABILITY_UI042 and successfully select an output device for your print jobs or reports.