How To Fix FIN_EDI012 - Starting output determination for &1 &2

FIN_EDI012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIN_EDI - Messages for the EDI interface in FIN

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Starting output determination for &1 &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIN_EDI012 - Starting output determination for &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message FIN_EDI012, which states "Starting output determination for &1 &2," typically occurs in the context of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) processes within the SAP system. This message is often related to issues in the output determination process for financial documents, such as invoices or payment requests.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Output Type: The output type required for the document may not be defined or configured correctly in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The output determination procedure may not be set up properly for the specific document type or transaction.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for output determination to occur.
  Master Data Issues: There may be missing or incorrect master data (e.g., customer/vendor master records) that affects output determination.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the output determination process.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Output Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code NACE to check the output type configuration