How To Fix P99B005 - Invalid output form type

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Form Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SMARTFORMS or SE71 (for SAPscript) to verify that the output form exists and is correctly configured.
  Ensure that the form type specified in the output settings matches the form available in the system.
  
  
  
  Verify Output Type Settings:
  
  Use transaction code NACE to check the output type configuration. Ensure that the output type is correctly assigned to the relevant application and that the form type is correctly specified.
  
  
  
  Check for Missing Forms:
  
  If the form was recently transported, ensure that it has been activated and that all necessary components are present.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to generate the output has the necessary authorizations to access the form.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Output Forms:
  
  If possible, try using a different output form to see if the issue persists. This can help isolate whether the problem is with a specific form or a broader configuration issue.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SMARTFORMS: For managing Smart Forms.
  SE71: For managing SAPscript forms.
  NACE: For output type configuration.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to output management and form configuration for more detailed guidance.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP's customer support for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the P99B005 error in your SAP system.