How To Fix /SCWM/VAS401 - Error during automatic print of VAS order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/VAS -

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Error during automatic print of VAS order

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/VAS401 - Error during automatic print of VAS order ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/VAS401 indicates that there was an error during the automatic printing of a Value-Added Service (VAS) order in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error can occur due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Printer Configuration Issues: The printer may not be correctly configured in the SAP system, or it may not be available.
  Output Type Settings: The output type for the VAS order may not be set up correctly, or it may be missing.
  Missing or Incorrect Data: Required data for printing (like layout or form) may be missing or incorrectly defined.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the print job.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues, such as network problems or issues with the print server.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Printer Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the printer is correctly configured in the SAP system.
  Verify that the printer is active and available for use.
  
  
  
  Review Output Type Settings:
  
  Go to the output determination settings for VAS orders and ensure that the output type is correctly defined.
  Check if the output type is assigned to the relevant VAS order type.
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  Ensure that all necessary data for printing is available and correctly defined in the system.
  Check the layout and form settings to ensure they are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user executing the print job has the necessary authorizations to perform printing tasks.
  
  
  
  Technical Troubleshooting:
  
  Check for any network issues that may be affecting the connection to the printer.
  Review the print server logs for any errors or issues that may provide more context.
  
  
  
  Test Printing Manually:
  
  Try to print the VAS order manually to see if the issue persists. This can help isolate whether the problem is with the automatic printing process or the print setup itself.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPAD (Spool Administration) to manage printer settings or NACE (Output Types) to manage output type configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to the /SCWM/VAS401 error.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for Extended Warehouse Management and Value-Added Services for more detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.