How To Fix PLMDISCALC048 - Preparing output

PLMDISCALC048 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLMDISCALC - Messages for LLC calculation

• Message number: 048

• Message text: Preparing output

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLMDISCALC048 - Preparing output ?

  The SAP error message PLMDISCALC048, which states "Preparing output," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) module, particularly during the calculation of product data or during the generation of output documents.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data or transaction data that the system is trying to process.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the PLM module or related components can lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the transaction or access certain data.
  System Performance: If the system is under heavy load or if there are performance issues, it may lead to timeouts or failures in processing.
  Program Errors: There could be bugs or issues in the custom code or standard SAP programs that are being executed.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PLMDISCALC048 error, you can take the following