How To Fix RECPSF144 - Output not possible: document list was not generated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECPSF - Correspondence Using Smart Forms

• Message number: 144

• Message text: Output not possible: document list was not generated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RECPSF144 - Output not possible: document list was not generated ?

  The SAP error message RECPSF144 indicates that the system was unable to generate a document list for a specific output. This error typically occurs in the context of document processing, such as when trying to print or send documents related to purchasing, sales, or other business processes.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Output Configuration: The output type may not be configured correctly in the system. This includes settings for the output medium, condition records, or the output determination procedure.
  No Documents Available: There may be no documents available for the specified criteria. For example, if you are trying to print a purchase order, there may not be any purchase orders that meet the selection criteria.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the documents or perform the output action.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues such as problems with the spool request or issues with the printer configuration.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to generate the document list may be incorrect or too restrictive.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Output Configuration:
  
  Go to the output type configuration in transaction NACE (for output types) or SPRO (for customizing).
  Ensure that the output type is correctly configured and that the necessary condition records exist.
  
  
  
  Verify Document Availability:
  
  Check if there are any documents that meet the criteria for output. You can do this by reviewing the relevant transactions (e.g., ME23N for purchase orders).
  Ensure that the documents are in the correct status to be printed or sent.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the documents and perform the output action. This can be done through transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Check Spool Requests:
  
  Go to transaction SP01 to check if there are any spool requests generated. If there are issues with the spool, it may need to be cleared or reconfigured.
  
  
  
  Adjust Selection Criteria:
  
  Review the selection criteria used for generating the document list. Make sure they are not too restrictive and that they match the documents you expect to process.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME23N (Display Purchase Order), NACE (Output Types), and SP01 (Spool Request).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to output management and document processing for more detailed guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.