How To Fix M7811 - Maintain print control tables

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 811

• Message text: Maintain print control tables

What causes this issue?

The setting of the print control tables is wrong. The system cannot find
a layout set for printout.

System Response

If you have initiated the printout of the document at the time of the
goods movement, the document will be posted but not printed.
The system cannot print the list or document while the setting of the
print control tables is not correct.

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE NA_SYSADMIN1

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the print control in the Customizing system of Inventory
Management, in particular the assignment of print reports to layout sets
(forms).
Possible errors:
An entry is missing in the table.
An entry does not contain a layout set.
<DS:TRAN.OMBU>Proceed</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7811 - Maintain print control tables ?

  The SAP error message M7811, which states "Maintain print control tables," typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of print control settings in the SAP system. This error is often related to the settings for output management, particularly in the context of material documents, delivery documents, or other logistics-related print outputs.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The print control tables (such as NAST, TNAPR, etc.) may not be properly maintained or configured in the system.
  Output Type Issues: The output type for the document you are trying to print may not be defined or may not have the necessary settings.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the print control settings.
  Document Type: The document type you are trying to print may not be linked to a valid output type in the print control tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Print Control Tables:
  
  Go to transaction code NACE (for output types) or SPRO (for customizing).
  Navigate to the relevant application area (e.g., Logistics > General > Output Control).
  Check the output type associated with the document you are trying to print and ensure it is correctly configured.
  Ensure that the necessary print control settings are maintained in the relevant tables.
  
  
  
  Check Output Type Configuration:
  
  In NACE, select the appropriate application (e.g., MM for materials management).
  Verify that the output type is defined and that the necessary conditions are set up correctly.
  Ensure that the output type is assigned to the relevant document type.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify print control settings.
  Check the user roles and profiles to confirm that they include the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Test Output:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the output again to see if the error persists.
  You can use transaction codes like MB90 (for material documents) or VL71 (for delivery documents) to test the output.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed guidance on maintaining print control tables and configuring output types.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: NACE, SPRO, MB90, VL71
  Tables: NAST (Message Status), TNAPR (Output Type), TTXC (Text Control)
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Community forums for additional assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M7811 error and successfully maintain the print control tables in your SAP system.