How To Fix ME258 - Messages outputted/saved

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 258

• Message text: Messages outputted/saved

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME258 - Messages outputted/saved ?

  The SAP error message ME258 typically relates to issues with the output of messages in the purchasing module, particularly when dealing with purchase orders or other purchasing documents. The message usually indicates that there is a problem with the output determination process, which is responsible for generating and sending messages (like purchase order confirmations, printouts, etc.) based on certain conditions.
  Cause:
  
  Output Type Configuration: The output type may not be properly configured in the system. This includes settings related to the message type, medium, and conditions under which the output should be triggered.
  Missing Conditions: The conditions required for the output type to be triggered may not be met. This could be due to missing data in the purchase order or incorrect settings in the output determination procedure.
  Message Control Settings: The message control settings for the purchasing document may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in generating the output.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the output process.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the output device or communication settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  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 that the necessary conditions are set up.
  
  
  
  Review Conditions:
  
  Verify that the conditions for the output type are met in the purchase order. This includes checking the document type, vendor, and other relevant fields.
  
  
  
  Message Control:
  
  Check the message control settings in the purchasing document. Ensure that the output type is assigned to the correct document type and that the necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the output process. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Test Output:
  
  Use the transaction code ME9F to test the output for the purchase order. This allows you to see if the output can be generated manually.
  
  
  
  Check Technical Settings:
  
  If the output is supposed to be sent via email or fax, check the technical settings for those communication methods. Ensure that the output device is correctly configured and operational.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  NACE - Output Types Configuration
  ME9F - Output Message Processing
  ME23N - Display Purchase Order
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the ME258 error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the ME258 error message in SAP.