How To Fix PK219 - No layout set for printing a kanban card

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PK - Production - KANBAN

• Message number: 219

• Message text: No layout set for printing a kanban card

What causes this issue?

You want to print a kanban card. To be able to do this, a SAPscript
layout set must exist in the corresponding replenishment strategy. This
is not the case.

System Response

Sorry, no layout set -> no print

How to fix this error?

You enter the layout set for printing a kanban card in Customizing for
the corresponding replenishment strategy.
You can display the replenishment strategy selected for control purposes
in the control cycle maintenance.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PK219 - No layout set for printing a kanban card ?

  The SAP error message PK219, which states "No layout set for printing a kanban card," typically occurs when the system is unable to find a layout set (also known as a print layout or form) that is required for printing Kanban cards in the Kanban process. This can happen for various reasons, including configuration issues or missing print layout definitions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Layout Set: The layout set for the Kanban card has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the Kanban process may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not being able to find the appropriate layout.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the layout set.
  Transport Issues: If the layout set was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define a Layout Set:
  
  Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Check if a layout set for Kanban cards exists. If not, you will need to create one.
  Use transaction code SE71 (SAPscript) or SMARTFORMS (Smart Forms) to create or modify the layout set.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for the Kanban process is correctly set up. This can be done in transaction code PK01 (Create Kanban) or PK02 (Change Kanban).
  Verify that the correct layout set is assigned to the Kanban control cycle.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the layout set. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the layout set was recently transported, ensure that it has been properly imported and activated in the target system.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the printing of the Kanban card again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring Kanban and print layouts.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the PK219 error.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and troubleshooting tips from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PK219 error and successfully print Kanban cards in your SAP system.