How To Fix P99B002 - Define output form type at group level

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: P99B - Payroll Versions Basis

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Define output form type at group level

What causes this issue?

The system could not find a type of output form defined for the group
level selected.

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?

Customize the following views on transaction SM30:
<LS>Form Group - Output Type</> (V_T799BSFG) or <LS>Form Group - Output
Type - Group Subset</> (V_799BSFG_A)
<LS>Form Group - Output Type - Customizing</> (V_T799BCFG) or <LS>Form
Group - Output Type - Customizing - Group Subset</> (V_799BCFG_A)
<ZH>Note</>
Views V_T799BSFG and V_799BSFG_A are standard entries delivered by SAP.
Customers should make their customizing settings on views V_T799BCFG or
V_799BCFG_A.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message P99B002 - Define output form type at group level ?

  The SAP error message P99B002, which states "Define output form type at group level," typically occurs in the context of output management in SAP, particularly when dealing with forms and output types in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is expecting a specific output form type to be defined at the group level, but it has not been configured correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The output form type has not been defined for the output type at the group level in the configuration settings.
  Incorrect Output Type: The output type being used may not be linked to a valid form type in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to missing definitions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Output Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code NACE (for output determination).
  Select the appropriate application area (e.g., Sales, Purchasing).
  Check the output type that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the output type is correctly assigned to a form type at the group level.
  
  
  
  Define Output Form Type:
  
  In the same NACE transaction, navigate to the output type settings.
  Ensure that the output form type is defined and linked to the output type.
  If it is missing, you can create a new entry or modify an existing one to include the necessary form type.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, verify that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  Check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate missing configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the output functionality to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct form type or output type to use, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: NACE (Output Types), SPRO (Customizing), SE78 (SAPscript forms).
  Output Management: Understanding how output types and forms work in SAP is crucial for troubleshooting related issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to output forms and types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the P99B002 error and ensure that your output forms are correctly configured in SAP.