How To Fix PO371 - No resources have been defined for format &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PO - Spooler message

• Message number: 371

• Message text: No resources have been defined for format &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PO371 - No resources have been defined for format & ?

  The SAP error message PO371 ("No resources have been defined for format &") typically occurs in the context of SAP's output management system, particularly when dealing with print layouts or output formats for documents such as purchase orders, invoices, or other forms.
  Cause:
  The error indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary resources (like print forms, layouts, or templates) that are required for the specified output format. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Output Format Definition: The output format you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the output type may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not being able to find the associated resources.
  Transport Issues: If the output format was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the defined resources.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PO371 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Output Format Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code NACE (for output types) or SPRO (for customizing).
  Navigate to the relevant application area (e.g., Purchasing) and check the output type configuration.
  Ensure that the output type is correctly defined and that the associated form (Smart Forms, SAPscript, or Adobe Forms) is available.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Resources:
  
  If the output format is missing, you may need to create it. This can involve defining a new form or linking an existing one to the output type.
  Use transaction SMARTFORMS or SE71 to create or modify forms.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the output format was recently transported, ensure that the transport request was successfully imported and that all necessary objects are included.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the output format and related resources.
  
  
  
  Test Output:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the output again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  NACE: Output Types Configuration
  SMARTFORMS: Smart Forms Maintenance
  SE71: SAPscript Form Maintenance
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on output management and form design.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the PO371 error in your SAP system.