How To Fix RDSV_OUTPUT_SD_XX021 - Print Character &1 assigned for billing document &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Print Character &1 assigned for billing document &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RDSV_OUTPUT_SD_XX021 - Print Character &1 assigned for billing document &2 ?

  The SAP error message RDSV_OUTPUT_SD_XX021 typically indicates an issue related to the output determination for billing documents in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module. The message suggests that there is a problem with the print character assigned to the billing document.
  Cause:
  
  Print Character Assignment: The print character (e.g., 'A' for print, 'N' for no print) assigned to the billing document may not be valid or properly configured in the output determination settings.
  Output Type Configuration: The output type for the billing document may not be correctly set up in the system, leading to issues in processing the output.
  Missing Output Condition Records: There may be missing condition records for the output type, which are necessary for the system to determine how to process the output.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the print job for the billing document.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Output Type Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code NACE and check the output type configuration for billing documents (e.g., V3 for billing).
  Ensure that the output type is correctly defined and that the print character is valid.
  
  
  
  Review Condition Records:
  
  Use transaction code VV31 to check if the condition records for the output type are maintained correctly.
  If records are missing, create or update them as necessary.
  
  
  
  Verify Print Character:
  
  Check the print character assigned to the billing document. You can do this by reviewing the output details in the billing document.
  Ensure that the print character is appropriate for the output type.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the print job has the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  
  
  
  Test Output Processing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the output processing for the billing document to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  NACE: Output Types Configuration
  VV31: Maintain Output Condition Records
  VF03: Display Billing Document (to check output details)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to output determination and printing in the SD module.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on output determination and configuration in the Sales and Distribution module.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.