How To Fix /PF1/MSG_FH_P030 - Message Export - Output finalization failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_FH_P -

• Message number: 030

• Message text: Message Export - Output finalization failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_FH_P030 - Message Export - Output finalization failed ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_FH_P030 Message Export - Output finalization failed typically indicates an issue during the finalization of an output message in the SAP system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when generating invoices, delivery notes, or other output documents.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the output determination settings or the output type settings.
  Missing Data: Required data for the output message might be missing or incomplete, leading to a failure in finalization.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the output process.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the print program or the Smart Forms/Adobe Forms used for output.
  System Performance: If the system is under heavy load, it might lead to timeouts or failures in processing output messages.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the output determination configuration for the relevant document type. Ensure that the output type is correctly set up and that the necessary conditions are met.
  Use transaction code NACE to check the output types and their settings.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Completeness:
  
  Ensure that all required fields and data are populated correctly in the document. Check for any missing mandatory information.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check the user’s authorizations to ensure they have the necessary permissions to execute the output process.
  
  
  
  Analyze Logs:
  
  Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or details that can provide more context about the failure.
  Look for any dumps in transaction ST22 that might indicate a more serious underlying issue.
  
  
  
  Test Output Program:
  
  If you suspect a technical issue, test the output program or form independently to see if it generates the output correctly. You can do this by using transaction codes like SMARTFORMS or SFP for Adobe Forms.
  
  
  
  System Performance:
  
  Monitor system performance and check for any bottlenecks. If the system is under heavy load, consider scheduling the output processing during off-peak hours.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error message or provide patches or updates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  NACE - Output Determination
  SLG1 - Application Log
  ST22 - Dump Analysis
  SMARTFORMS - Smart Forms
  SFP - Adobe Forms
  
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the /PF1/MSG_FH_P030 error message in SAP.