How To Fix KY485 - This output type cannot be selected

KY485 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KY - Messages for SAP-EIS: Presentation

• Message number: 485

• Message text: This output type cannot be selected

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to set a different output type for the report.
However, the desired output type is only possible for those reports
where no compulsory hierarchy is defined for any of the
characteristics.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check if the characteristic (or characteristics), for which the
hierarchy is defined, can be removed from the report. If this is not
possible, choose an output type with which hierarchies can be output
(for example the output type "classic drilldown report").

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KY485 - This output type cannot be selected ?

  The SAP error message KY485, which states "This output type cannot be selected," typically occurs in the context of output determination in SAP, particularly when dealing with billing documents, sales orders, or other related documents. This error indicates that the output type you are trying to use is not available for the specific document or situation.
  Causes of KY485 Error
  
  
  Output Type Configuration: The output type may not be configured correctly in the system. This could include missing settings in the output determination procedure or the output type not being assigned to the relevant document type.
  
  
  Document Type Restrictions: The output type may not be allowed for the specific document type you are working with. Each document type can have specific output types associated with it.
  
  
  Condition Records: There may be no condition records for the output type in the relevant application area (e.g., sales, billing). If there are no condition records, the system