How To Fix SD760 - No open format statement found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD - Online doc., terminology, translation, help

• Message number: 760

• Message text: No open format statement found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD760 - No open format statement found ?

  The SAP error message SD760: No open format statement found typically occurs in the context of Sales and Distribution (SD) when there is an issue with the output determination process, particularly when generating output documents like invoices, delivery notes, or sales orders. This error indicates that the system is unable to find an appropriate format for the output because it has not been properly defined or activated.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Output Type Configuration: The output type may not be configured correctly in the system.
  Inactive Output Condition Records: The condition records for the output type may not be maintained or are inactive.
  Missing or Incorrect Form: The form associated with the output type may not exist or is not correctly assigned.
  Output Determination Procedure Issues: The output determination procedure may not be set up correctly for the document type in question.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the output format.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Output Type Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction NACE (Output Determination).
  Select the application area (e.g., Sales, Delivery).
  Ensure that the output type you are trying to use is configured correctly and is active.
  
  
  
  Maintain Condition Records:
  
  In the same NACE transaction, check the condition records for the output type.
  Ensure that there are valid condition records for the relevant document type and that they are active.
  
  
  
  Verify Form Assignment:
  
  Check if the form associated with the output type is correctly defined.
  Go to transaction SMARTFORMS or SE71 (for SAPscript) to verify the form exists and is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Output Determination Procedure:
  
  Ensure that the output determination procedure is correctly assigned to the document type.
  Check if the procedure includes the output type you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the output type.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the output generation again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: NACE (Output Determination), SMARTFORMS (for Smart Forms), SE71 (for SAPscript).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on output determination and configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.