How To Fix NAA223 - The output of settlement documents was canceled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NAA - Subsequent settlement (Purchasing)

• Message number: 223

• Message text: The output of settlement documents was canceled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NAA223 - The output of settlement documents was canceled ?

  The SAP error message NAA223, which states "The output of settlement documents was canceled," typically occurs in the context of settlement documents in SAP, particularly in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module or related areas. This error indicates that the system has canceled the output for a settlement document, which can happen for various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Manual Cancellation: The output for the settlement document may have been manually canceled by a user.
  Output Configuration: There may be issues with the output configuration settings for the settlement documents, such as incorrect output types or conditions.
  Document Status: The status of the settlement document may not allow for output processing (e.g., if the document is in a closed status).
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues or bugs in the system that prevent the output from being generated or processed correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to process or view the output for the settlement document.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Output Configuration: Review the output configuration settings for the settlement documents in the relevant transaction (e.g., SPRO for customizing). Ensure that the output type is correctly defined and that the conditions for output generation are met.
  Review Document Status: Check the status of the settlement document to ensure it is eligible for output. If the document is closed or in a status that does not allow output, you may need to take appropriate actions to change its status.
  Reprocess Output: If the output was canceled manually, you may need to reprocess the output for the settlement document. This can typically be done through the relevant transaction for output processing.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to process the output has the necessary authorizations. If not, work with your SAP security team to grant the required permissions.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide patches for known issues.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about why the output was canceled.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  S_ALR_87012086: For asset accounting reports.
  S_ALR_87012088: For settlement documents.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Asset Accounting and output management to understand the configuration and processing of settlement documents.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the NAA223 error in SAP.