How To Fix MDG_BS_MAT_PDF004 - Cannot print the material (MATERIAL BASIC DATA)

MDG_BS_MAT_PDF004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_MAT_PDF - Messages PDF Printing Class

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Cannot print the material (MATERIAL BASIC DATA)

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_PDF004 - Cannot print the material (MATERIAL BASIC DATA) ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_PDF004 indicates that there is an issue with printing the material basic data in the Material Master within the Master Data Governance (MDG) module. This error can arise due to various reasons, and here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Print Configuration: The print configuration for the material master may not be set up correctly. This includes missing or incorrect settings in the output type or form.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to print material data.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the material master record that prevent it from being printed.
  
  
  Form Issues: The print form (Smart Form or SAPscript) used for printing may not be correctly defined or may have errors.
  
  
  Output Device Configuration: The output device may not be configured correctly or may be offline.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Print Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the output type for material master printing