How To Fix RDSV_OUTPUT_SD_XX010 - Cannot print billing document &1; empty PDF has been generated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RDSV_OUTPUT_SD_XX - Output of validated and signed SD documents

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Cannot print billing document &1; empty PDF has been generated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RDSV_OUTPUT_SD_XX010 - Cannot print billing document &1; empty PDF has been generated ?

  The SAP error message RDSV_OUTPUT_SD_XX010 indicates that there was an issue with generating a PDF for a billing document, resulting in an empty PDF being created. This can occur for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Form Configuration: The form used for printing the billing document may not be correctly configured or may be missing entirely.
  Data Issues: The billing document may not have the necessary data populated, leading to an empty output.
  Output Type Configuration: The output type for the billing document may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data required for printing.
  Technical Errors: There may be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the print server or issues with the SAP spool.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Form Configuration:
  
  Verify that the form used for the billing document (e.g., Smart Forms, SAPscript) is correctly configured and active.
  Ensure that the form is assigned to the correct output type.
  
  
  
  Review Output Type Settings:
  
  Go to transaction NACE and check the output type settings for billing documents (e.g., output type RD00).
  Ensure that the output type is correctly configured and linked to the appropriate form.
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  Check the billing document for completeness. Ensure that all required fields are populated.
  Use transaction VF03 to display the billing document and verify its data.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the billing document and print it.
  
  
  
  Review Spool Requests:
  
  Check the spool request for the billing document using transaction SP01. Look for any errors or warnings that may indicate what went wrong during the print process.
  
  
  
  Test Print Functionality:
  
  Try printing a different billing document to see if the issue is isolated to a specific document or if it is a broader issue.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Technical Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team for further investigation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  NACE: Output Types Configuration
  VF03: Display Billing Document
  SP01: Spool Request Overview
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on output management and form configuration.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.