How To Fix MDG_BS_MAT_PDF023 - Cannot print the material (DRAD)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_MAT_PDF - Messages PDF Printing Class

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Cannot print the material (DRAD)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_PDF023 - Cannot print the material (DRAD) ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_PDF023 ("Cannot print the material (DRAD)") 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, specifically related to the document type or the print settings.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The document type (DRAD) may not be properly configured in the system for printing. This could include missing print layout sets or incorrect settings in the output determination.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to print the material.
  Incomplete Material Data: The material master record may be incomplete or not fully maintained, leading to issues when attempting to print.
  Output Type Not Defined: The output type for the material may not be defined or linked correctly in the system.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the print server or spool requests.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify that the document type (DRAD) is correctly configured in the output determination settings.
  Ensure that the print layout set is assigned to the document type and is active.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master record for completeness. Ensure all required fields are filled out and that the record is active.
  Use transaction code MM03 to display the material and verify its status.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to print has the necessary authorizations. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Output Type Configuration:
  
  Check the output type configuration in transaction NACE for the relevant application area (e.g., Material Management).
  Ensure that the output type is defined and linked to the correct processing routines.
  
  
  
  Check Spool Requests:
  
  Use transaction SP01 to check for any spool requests related to the print job. Look for any errors or issues that may indicate why the print job failed.
  
  
  
  Technical Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team to check for any technical issues with the print server or spool configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  NACE: Output Types Configuration
  SP01: Spool Request Overview
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Material Master and output management for further insights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message MDG_BS_MAT_PDF023.