How To Fix SLS_LORD138 - Output type &1 does not contain a form type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SLS_LORD - Lean Order Prozess

• Message number: 138

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SLS_LORD138 - Output type &1 does not contain a form type ?

  The SAP error message SLS_LORD138 indicates that the output type specified does not have an associated form type. This typically occurs in the context of output management, where the system is trying to generate a document (like an invoice, delivery note, etc.) but cannot find the necessary form configuration for the specified output type.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Form Assignment: The output type you are trying to use does not have a form assigned to it in the configuration.
  Incorrect Output Type: The output type may be incorrectly configured or not set up for the specific document type you are working with.
  Transport Issues: If the output type was recently transported from another system, the form may not have been included in the transport.
  Custom Development: If there are custom forms or output types, they may not be properly configured or activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Output Type Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction NACE (or SPRO for customizing).
  Navigate to the relevant application area (e.g., Sales and Distribution, Purchasing).
  Find the output type in question and check if a form is assigned to it.
  If no form is assigned, you will need to assign a valid form.
  
  
  
  Assign a Form:
  
  If a form is missing, you can create a new form using transaction SMARTFORMS or SE71 (for SAPscript).
  After creating the form, return to the output type configuration and assign the newly created form to the output type.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the output type was transported, ensure that the transport request included all necessary objects, including the form.
  If not, you may need to transport the form separately.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the output generation again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to the output type and form configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  NACE: Output Types Configuration
  SMARTFORMS: Create and maintain Smart Forms
  SE71: Create and maintain SAPscript forms
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues with specific output types or forms.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the output processing to identify where the failure occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SLS_LORD138 error and ensure that your output types are correctly configured with the necessary forms.