How To Fix FKK_ID_PT_SIGN604 - Cannot print document; print pattern for document & not availabe

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKK_ID_PT_SIGN - Digital Signature Portugal FI-CA/IS

• Message number: 604

• Message text: Cannot print document; print pattern for document & not availabe

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKK_ID_PT_SIGN604 - Cannot print document; print pattern for document & not availabe ?

  The SAP error message FKK_ID_PT_SIGN604 indicates that the system cannot print a document because the print pattern for the specified document type is not available. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Convergent Charging or SAP Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) when trying to print invoices, statements, or other financial documents.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Print Pattern: The primary cause of this error is that the print pattern (also known as the print layout or form) for the specific document type has not been defined or is not available in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the document type may not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of a print pattern.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing access to the print pattern.
  Document Type Not Supported: The document type you are trying to print may not be supported for printing in the current configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Print Pattern Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable > Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable > Basic Functions > Forms > Define Print Layouts.
  Ensure that the print pattern for the specific document type is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Assign Print Pattern:
  
  If the print pattern is missing, you may need to create a new print layout or assign an existing one to the document type.
  Use transaction SFP (Form Builder) to create or modify the print form.
  
  
  
  Check Document Type Settings:
  
  Ensure that the document type you are trying to print is configured to use the correct print pattern.
  You can check this in the configuration settings for the specific document type.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the print pattern. This can be checked in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the printing functionality again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration, SFP for form design, and SE78 for managing SAPscript and Smart Forms.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring print layouts and forms.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configurations, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message FKK_ID_PT_SIGN604 and successfully print the required documents.