How To Fix FM450 - ******** Message for PRINT_DUNNING_NOTICE *******************************

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FM - Dunning Notices

• Message number: 450

• Message text: ******** Message for PRINT_DUNNING_NOTICE *******************************

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FM450 - ******** Message for PRINT_DUNNING_NOTICE ******************************* ?

  The SAP error message FM450 is related to the dunning process in SAP, specifically when trying to print dunning notices. This message typically indicates that there is an issue with the dunning notice configuration or the data being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The dunning procedure may not be properly configured in the system.
  Data Issues: There may be missing or incorrect data in the customer master records or dunning data.
  Output Type Issues: The output type for the dunning notice may not be set up correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the dunning notice printing.
  Technical Issues: There could be issues with the underlying print program or form (e.g., SAPscript or SmartForms).
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Dunning Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBD2 to check the dunning procedure settings.
  Ensure that the dunning types and levels are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Customer Master Data:
  
  Check the customer master records (transaction code FD03) to ensure that all necessary data is filled in, especially the dunning information.
  
  
  
  Verify Output Type:
  
  Check the output type configuration for dunning notices in transaction code NACE.
  Ensure that the output type is assigned to the correct application (FI) and that the form is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the dunning process and print notices.
  
  
  
  Review Print Program and Form:
  
  Check if the print program and form used for dunning notices are functioning correctly. You can test the form using transaction SMARTFORMS or SE71 for SAPscript.
  
  
  
  Run Dunning Program Again:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, try running the dunning program again using transaction code F150.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  F150: Dunning program
  OBD2: Dunning procedure configuration
  NACE: Output types configuration
  FD03: Display customer master data
  SMARTFORMS or SE71: For checking forms
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the dunning process and printing.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring dunning procedures and printing notices.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.