How To Fix MM_PUR_OUTPUT001 - Output request &1 couldn't be saved.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_OUTPUT - Message class of MM PUR OUTPUT

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Output request &1 couldn't be saved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_OUTPUT001 - Output request &1 couldn't be saved. ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_OUTPUT001 indicates that an output request (such as a purchase order output) could not be saved. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Output Type Configuration: The output type may not be properly configured in the system.
  Incorrect Partner Function: The partner function for the output may not be set up correctly or is missing.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or save output requests.
  Incomplete Data: Required fields in the output configuration may be incomplete or missing.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the output determination procedure or issues with the spool request.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Output Type Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction NACE and check the configuration for the output type related to the purchase order (e.g., NEU for purchase orders).
  Ensure that the output type is correctly defined and that the necessary conditions for output determination are met.
  
  
  
  Verify Partner Functions:
  
  Ensure that the partner functions (e.g., vendor, purchasing organization) are correctly assigned in the purchase order.
  Check the vendor master data to ensure that the necessary communication details (like email or fax) are maintained.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to create and save output requests. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Complete Required Fields:
  
  Ensure that all required fields in the output configuration are filled out correctly. This includes checking the output medium (e.g., print, email) and ensuring that all necessary data is available.
  
  
  
  Check for Technical Issues:
  
  Review the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any related error messages that might provide more context.
  Check the spool request (transaction SP01) to see if there are any issues with the output being generated.
  
  
  
  Test Output Determination:
  
  Use transaction ME9F to test the output determination for the purchase order and see if the output can be generated successfully.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  NACE: Output Types Configuration
  ME9F: Output Determination
  SP01: Spool Request Overview
  SLG1: Application Log
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on output types and configuration.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation, as there could be deeper system issues at play.