How To Fix P99B005 - Invalid output form type

P99B005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: P99B - Payroll Versions Basis

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Invalid output form type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message P99B005 - Invalid output form type ?

  The SAP error message P99B005 "Invalid output form type" typically occurs when there is an issue with the output form configuration in the SAP system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when trying to print or generate documents (like invoices, purchase orders, etc.) that rely on specific output forms.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Form Type: The specified output form type does not exist or is not correctly defined in the system.
  Missing Form: The output form that is being referenced is not available in the system or has been deleted.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to output types, such as incorrect assignment of forms to output types.
  Transport Issues: If the form was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly activated or may be missing dependencies.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified output form.
  
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