How To Fix SIPT230 - Print Character not assigned for billing document &1 (wait:&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIPT - SIPT: Digital Signature Portugal

• Message number: 230

• Message text: Print Character not assigned for billing document &1 (wait:&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SIPT230 - Print Character not assigned for billing document &1 (wait:&2) ?

  The SAP error message SIPT230, which states "Print Character not assigned for billing document &1 (wait:&2)," typically occurs when there is an issue with the print configuration for billing documents in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid print character for the specified billing document, which can prevent the document from being printed correctly.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Print Character Assignment: The print character for the billing document type may not be assigned in the configuration settings.
  Incorrect Output Type Configuration: The output type associated with the billing document may not be properly configured or may not have a valid print medium assigned.
  Document Type Issues: The billing document type itself may not have the necessary settings for printing.
  Output Device Issues: The output device specified for printing may not be correctly set up or may not be available.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the print settings or the output device.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Print Character Assignment:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide.
  Navigate to Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Output Control > Output Determination > Maintain Output Types.
  Ensure that the print character is assigned to the relevant output type for the billing document.
  
  
  
  Verify Output Type Configuration:
  
  In the same output type configuration area, check the settings for the output type associated with the billing document.
  Ensure that the output type has a valid print medium (e.g., print, email) and that the necessary conditions for triggering the output are met.
  
  
  
  Check Document Type Settings:
  
  Ensure that the billing document type is correctly configured to allow printing.
  Check the settings in the transaction code VOFA for the billing document type.
  
  
  
  Review Output Device Configuration:
  
  Check the output device settings in transaction code SPAD.
  Ensure that the output device is correctly configured and is available for use.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the output settings and the output device.
  Check the user roles and profiles to ensure they include the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  VOFA: Billing Document Types
  
  
  Output Control: Understanding how output control works in SAP SD (Sales and Distribution) is crucial for troubleshooting print issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above configurations, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation, as they can analyze system logs and configurations in more detail.