How To Fix ME223 - No messages created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 223

• Message text: No messages created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME223 - No messages created ?

  The SAP error message ME223 "No messages created" typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or purchase requisitions, when the system is unable to generate output messages (like printouts, emails, etc.) for the document in question. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Output Type Configuration: The output type for the document may not be configured correctly. This includes settings in the output determination procedure.
  No Conditions Met: The conditions for generating the output message may not be met. For example, the document may not have the necessary status or data.
  Missing Master Data: Required master data (like vendor information or output medium) may be missing or incomplete.
  Output Determination Procedure: The output determination procedure may not be assigned to the document type or may not be set up correctly.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create output messages.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Output Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code NACE to check the output type configuration for purchasing documents.
  Ensure that the output type is correctly defined and assigned to the relevant application (e.g., purchasing).
  
  
  
  Review Output Conditions:
  
  Check the condition records for the output type to ensure that the necessary conditions are met for the output to be generated.
  Use transaction code MN04 to maintain condition records.
  
  
  
  Verify Document Status:
  
  Ensure that the purchasing document (e.g., purchase order) is in a status that allows for output generation (e.g., not in a deleted or blocked status).
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify that all required master data is complete and accurate, including vendor details and communication methods (e.g., email, fax).
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create and send output messages. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in transaction code PFCG.
  
  
  
  Test Output Generation:
  
  After making any changes, test the output generation again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  NACE: Output Types Configuration
  MN04: Maintain Condition Records
  ME22N: Change Purchase Order (to check document status)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to output messages in your version of SAP.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on output determination and message processing in purchasing.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional insights.