How To Fix /ISDFPS/FDPDAMPO284 - Enter a material header text for the material document to print

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/FDPDAMPO -

• Message number: 284

• Message text: Enter a material header text for the material document to print

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/FDPDAMPO284 - Enter a material header text for the material document to print ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/FDPDAMPO284 indicates that there is a missing material header text for the material document that you are trying to print. This error typically occurs in the context of printing material documents in the SAP system, particularly when using the SAP Document Management System (DMS) or related functionalities.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a header text for the material document. In SAP, material documents often require a header text to provide context or additional information about the document being printed. If this text is not provided, the system will generate an error when attempting to print.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that a header text is entered for the material document. Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  
  Access the Material Document:
  
  Navigate to the transaction where you can view or edit the material document (e.g., MB03 for displaying material documents).
  
  
  
  Check Header Text:
  
  Look for the header text field in the material document. This is usually found in the header section of the document.
  
  
  
  Enter Header Text:
  
  If the header text is missing, enter a relevant description or text that provides context for the material document.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the header text, save the changes to the material document.
  
  
  
  Retry Printing:
  
  Attempt to print the material document again. The error should no longer occur if the header text has been successfully added.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MB03: Display Material Document
  MB02: Change Material Document
  MB01: Post Goods Movement (if you need to create a new document)
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to edit material documents and enter header texts.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Consulting with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP's support portal for further assistance.
  
  
  
  By ensuring that the material document has the required header text, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with printing the document.