How To Fix ME254 - Please select only messages that have been/are to be printed out

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 254

• Message text: Please select only messages that have been/are to be printed out

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME254 - Please select only messages that have been/are to be printed out ?

  The SAP error message ME254, which states "Please select only messages that have been/are to be printed out," typically occurs in the context of the message output processing for purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or purchase requisitions. This error indicates that the system is expecting you to select only those messages that are marked for printing or have been configured to be printed.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Selection: The user may have selected messages that are not set up for printing in the output determination configuration.
  Output Type Configuration: The output type may not be correctly configured to allow printing for the selected documents.
  Message Status: The messages selected may not have a status that allows them to be printed (e.g., they may be in a status that indicates they are not ready for output).
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to print certain messages.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Output Determination:
  
  Go to the output determination settings for the relevant document type (e.g., purchase order).
  Ensure that the output types are correctly configured and that the messages you are trying to print are included in the output determination procedure.
  
  
  
  Select Valid Messages:
  
  When attempting to print, ensure that you only select messages that are marked for printing. You can check the status of each message to confirm if it is eligible for printing.
  
  
  
  Review Message Status:
  
  Check the status of the messages in the output log. Ensure that they are in a status that allows printing.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to print the selected messages. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to adjust the permissions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, try to print the messages again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like ME22N (Change Purchase Order) or ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to check the output settings.
  Output Types: Familiarize yourself with the output types relevant to your purchasing documents (e.g., NEU for standard purchase orders).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to output determination and printing errors.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on output management for purchasing documents to understand how to configure and troubleshoot output types.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional assistance.