How To Fix OPS_SE_TCM_80140 - Output type not determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OPS_SE_TCM_80 -

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Output type not determined

What causes this issue?

You tried to preview an invoice from the settlement document. However,
the output type cannot determined from current Customizing settings.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Maintain the following customizing settings:
Assign the right output type to the output determination procedure in
Customizing under <LS>Sales and Distribution -> Basic Functions ->
Output Determination ->Output Determination Using the Condition
Technique -> Maintain Output Determination for Billing Documents ->
Maintain Output Determination Procedure.</>
Assign the output determination procedure to the billing document type
in Customizing under <LS>Sales and Distribution -> Billing -> Billing
Documents -> Define Billing Types</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OPS_SE_TCM_80140 - Output type not determined ?

  The SAP error message OPS_SE_TCM_80140, which states "Output type not determined," typically occurs in the context of output determination in SAP systems, particularly when dealing with sales documents, purchase orders, or other transactional documents that require output processing (like printing or emailing).
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  
  Output Type Configuration: The output type may not be configured correctly in the system. This includes missing or incorrect settings in the output determination procedure.
  
  
  Condition Records: There may be no condition records maintained for the output type in the relevant application area (e.g., sales, purchasing).
  
  
  Document Type: The document type being processed may not be linked to the output type in the output determination procedure.
  
  
  Output Determination Procedure: The output determination procedure assigned to the document type may not include the required output type.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: Missing or incorrect master data (like customer or vendor data) can also lead to this error if the output type relies on specific data.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Output Type Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code NACE (for output types).
  Select the relevant application area (e.g., Sales, Purchasing).
  Check if the output type in question is defined and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Maintain Condition Records:
  
  Use transaction code VV11 (for sales) or MEK1 (for purchasing) to maintain condition records for the output type.
  Ensure that the necessary conditions are met for the output type to be determined.
  
  
  
  Review Output Determination Procedure:
  
  In transaction NACE, check the output determination procedure assigned to the document type.
  Ensure that the output type is included in the procedure and that the sequence is correct.
  
  
  
  Check Document Type Settings:
  
  Verify that the document type being processed is correctly linked to the output type in the output determination procedure.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the relevant master data (like customer or vendor records) to ensure that all necessary information is complete and accurate.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the output determination by creating or processing a document to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like NACE, VV11, MEK1, and others related to output determination.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to output determination errors.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on output determination procedures and configuration for more detailed guidance.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation, as there may be system-specific configurations or issues at play.