How To Fix SLS_LORD122 - Output type &1 does not contain a SAPScript form type/PDF form type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SLS_LORD - Lean Order Prozess

• Message number: 122

• Message text: Output type &1 does not contain a SAPScript form type/PDF form type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SLS_LORD122 - Output type &1 does not contain a SAPScript form type/PDF form type ?

  The SAP error message SLS_LORD122 indicates that the output type specified does not have an associated SAPscript or PDF form. This typically occurs when trying to print or send output for a document (like an invoice, delivery note, etc.) and the system cannot find the necessary form to generate the output.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Form Assignment: The output type is not linked to any SAPscript or PDF form in the configuration.
  Incorrect Output Type: The output type specified may be incorrect or not properly configured.
  Form Deletion: The form that was previously assigned to the output type may have been deleted or is not active.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, the forms may not have been included in the transport.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Output Type Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction NACE (Output Determination).
  Select the appropriate application area (e.g., Sales, Purchasing).
  Find the output type in question and check its configuration.
  Ensure that a valid SAPscript or PDF form is assigned to the output type.
  
  
  
  Assign a Form:
  
  If no form is assigned, you can assign an existing form or create a new one.
  For SAPscript forms, you can use transaction SE71 to create or modify forms.
  For PDF forms, you can use transaction SFP.
  
  
  
  Check Form Existence:
  
  Verify that the form exists in the system. Use transaction SE71 for SAPscript or SFP for PDF forms to check if the form is available and active.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the configuration was transported, ensure that the transport request included the necessary forms.
  Check the transport logs for any errors related to form transport.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the output generation again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Output Types: Output types are used in various SAP modules to define how documents are printed or sent (e.g., email, fax).
  SAPscript and PDF Forms: These are the two main types of forms used in SAP for document output. SAPscript is the older technology, while PDF forms are more modern and flexible.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  NACE: Output determination configuration.
  SE71: SAPscript form maintenance.
  SFP: Adobe Forms (PDF) maintenance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SLS_LORD122 error and ensure that the output type is correctly configured with the necessary form.