How To Fix /ISDFPS/PM_MBOOK128 - BAdI: No output device determined; processing terminated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/PM_MBOOK -

• Message number: 128

• Message text: BAdI: No output device determined; processing terminated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/PM_MBOOK128 - BAdI: No output device determined; processing terminated ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/PM_MBOOK128 BAdI: No output device determined; processing terminated typically occurs in the context of the SAP IS-DFPS (Industry Solution for Defense Forces and Security) module, particularly when trying to print or output a document, such as a report or a form, and the system cannot determine a valid output device.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Output Device Configuration: The output device (printer) may not be configured in the SAP system.
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may not have a default output device assigned.
  BAdI Implementation: The Business Add-In (BAdI) related to output processing may not be implemented correctly or may not have the necessary logic to determine an output device.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the output device.
  Device Status: The output device may be offline or not available for use.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Output Device Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SPAD (Spool Administration) and check if the output device is configured correctly.
  Ensure that the output device is active and has the correct settings.
  
  
  
  Assign Default Output Device:
  
  Check the user profile settings in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and ensure that a default output device is assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Review BAdI Implementation:
  
  If you have access to the ABAP development environment, check the implementation of the BAdI /ISDFPS/PM_MBOOK128 to ensure that it includes logic to determine an output device.
  If necessary, consult with your ABAP developer to modify or enhance the BAdI implementation.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the output device. This can be checked in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Device Status:
  
  Verify the status of the output device in transaction SPAD. If the device is offline, bring it online or select a different output device.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the output process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the IS-DFPS module to understand the output processing and any specific configurations required.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /ISDFPS/PM_MBOOK128 BAdI: No output device determined; processing terminated.