How To Fix OQ077 - No customer fields defined for print index table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OQ - IS-Oil : Message pool Service Station Retailing

• Message number: 077

• Message text: No customer fields defined for print index table

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OQ077 - No customer fields defined for print index table ?

  The SAP error message OQ077, which states "No customer fields defined for print index table," typically occurs in the context of SAP's output management system, particularly when dealing with print forms or output types. This error indicates that the system is unable to find any custom fields defined for the print index table, which is necessary for generating the output.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Custom Fields: The primary cause of this error is that there are no custom fields defined in the print index table for the specific output type you are trying to use.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the output type settings or the associated print program.
  Missing Customization: If the print form or output type has been customized, the necessary fields may not have been added to the print index table.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Custom Fields:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide.
  Navigate to the relevant section for output management (e.g., Sales and Distribution, Materials Management).
  Check the settings for the print index table and ensure that the necessary custom fields are defined.
  
  
  
  Check Output Type Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code NACE to check the configuration of the output type that is generating the error.
  Ensure that the output type is correctly linked to the appropriate print program and form.
  
  
  
  Review Print Program:
  
  If you are using a custom print program, ensure that it is correctly populating the print index table with the required fields.
  Debug the print program to see if it is executing as expected and populating the necessary data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific output type and print index table to ensure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the output generation again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO for customizing settings.
  NACE for output type configuration.
  SE80 or SE38 for checking or modifying print programs.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Output Management: Familiarize yourself with the output management framework in SAP, including how output types, forms, and print programs interact.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or ABAP team for further investigation.