How To Fix SBD_MESSAGES387 - Engineering Output Style

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SBD_MESSAGES - Messages for source based DDIC

• Message number: 387

• Message text: Engineering Output Style

Engineering notation
This is a variant of the scientific notation in which the exponent is a
multiple of 3. The integer part of the mantissa is in the range
[1..999].
Short form: Engineering

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SBD_MESSAGES387 - Engineering Output Style ?

  The SAP error message SBD_MESSAGES387 typically relates to issues with the Engineering Output Style in the context of SAP's Engineering Change Management (ECM) or Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) modules. This error can occur when there are problems with the configuration or settings related to the output styles used for engineering documents or change documents.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The output style may not be properly configured in the system.
  Invalid Output Type: The output type specified may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or generate the output.
  Data Issues: There may be missing or incorrect data in the documents or records that are being processed.
  System Bugs: Occasionally, there may be bugs or issues in the SAP system that lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Output Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code for output configuration (e.g., NACE for output types).
  Verify that the output type and the associated output style are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Validate Output Type:
  
  Ensure that the output type you are trying to use is valid and exists in the system.
  Check if the output type is assigned to the relevant application area.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the output generation.
  Check the user roles and profiles to confirm that they include the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Check Data Integrity:
  
  Review the data associated with the engineering document or change document to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Look for any inconsistencies or missing information that could cause the output generation to fail.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message.
  Apply any recommended patches or updates if applicable.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as NACE (for output types), SE78 (for form maintenance), and others related to output management.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Engineering Change Management and output management for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the SBD_MESSAGES387 error in SAP.