How To Fix MDG_BS_MAT_PDF006 - Cannot print the material (MEAN)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_MAT_PDF - Messages PDF Printing Class

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Cannot print the material (MEAN)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_PDF006 - Cannot print the material (MEAN) ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_PDF006 ("Cannot print the material (MEAN)") typically occurs in the context of Material Master data management within SAP Master Data Governance (MDG). This error indicates that there is an issue preventing the printing of material data, which can be due to various reasons.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Missing or Incomplete Data: The material master record may be incomplete or missing required fields that are necessary for printing.
  Incorrect Configuration: The print layout or form may not be correctly configured in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to print the material.
  Output Type Issues: The output type for printing may not be correctly set up or may not exist for the material.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the spool request or printer configuration.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Data: Ensure that all required fields in the material master record are filled out correctly. You can do this by navigating to the material in the Material Master (transaction MM03) and verifying the data.
  Review Print Configuration:
  
  Check the output type configuration in transaction NACE for the relevant application (e.g., Material Management).
  Ensure that the correct form is assigned to the output type.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform printing tasks. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Output Type Settings: Ensure that the output type is correctly defined and linked to the material type. You can check this in the customizing settings for output control.
  Spool Request: Check the spool request in transaction SP01 to see if there are any errors or issues with the spool output.
  Printer Configuration: Ensure that the printer is correctly configured and available in the system. You can check this in transaction SPAD.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  NACE: Output Types Configuration
  SU53: Authorization Check
  SP01: Spool Request Overview
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Material Master and output management for further insights.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP's support portal for more detailed troubleshooting steps.