How To Fix FR551 - Not output due to errors

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FR - Messages for FI Reporting

• Message number: 551

• Message text: Not output due to errors

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FR551 - Not output due to errors ?

  The SAP error message FR551 ("Not output due to errors") typically occurs in the context of output management, particularly when dealing with forms, print layouts, or output types in SAP. This error indicates that there was an issue preventing the system from generating the desired output, such as a printout or an email.
  Causes of FR551 Error
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Output Configuration: The output type may not be properly configured in the system, or the necessary settings for the output medium (e.g., print, email) may be missing.
  
  
  Form or Layout Issues: The form or layout associated with the output type may have errors or may not exist. This can include issues with SmartForms, SAPscript, or Adobe Forms.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the output or access the required forms.
  
  
  Data Issues: There may be missing or incorrect data in the document that is being processed, which can prevent the output from being generated.
  
  
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the spool request or printer configuration.
  
  
  Solutions to FR551 Error
  
  
  Check Output Configuration:
  
  Go to the output type configuration in transaction NACE (for application area) or SPAD (for spool administration) and ensure that the output type is correctly set up.
  Verify that the output condition records are maintained properly.
  
  
  
  Review Form and Layout:
  
  Check the associated form (SmartForm, SAPscript, or Adobe Form) for errors. You can do this by testing the form in the respective transaction (e.g., SMARTFORMS for SmartForms).
  Ensure that the form is activated and that there are no syntax errors.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the output. This can be checked in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  Review the data in the document to ensure that all required fields are filled and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Examine Spool Requests:
  
  Check the spool requests in transaction SP01 to see if there are any errors logged there. This can provide more insight into what went wrong during the output generation.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the output process to identify where the error is occurring. This may require technical expertise.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  NACE: Output Types Configuration
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  SP01: Spool Request Overview
  SMARTFORMS: SmartForms Maintenance
  SE71: SAPscript Form Maintenance
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on output management and troubleshooting.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to the FR551 error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the FR551 error in SAP.