How To Fix SO016 - No send data for document <&>

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SO - SAPoffice: message texts

• Message number: 016

• Message text: No send data for document <&>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SO016 - No send data for document <&> ?

  The SAP error message SO016, which states "No send data for document <&>", typically occurs when there is an attempt to send a document (such as an email or a fax) that does not have any data associated with it. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to send an output document that has not been properly generated or when the document is empty.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Output Data: The document you are trying to send does not have any content or output data associated with it.
  Incorrect Configuration: The output type or the communication method may not be configured correctly in the system.
  Document Generation Issues: The document may not have been generated correctly due to errors in the preceding processes.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to send the document.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the output device or communication settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Generation: Ensure that the document has been generated correctly and contains the necessary data. You can do this by reviewing the document in the relevant transaction.
  Review Output Configuration: Verify the output type configuration in the SAP system. Ensure that the output type is correctly set up for the document you are trying to send.
  Check for Errors: Look for any error messages or logs that may indicate why the document was not generated or sent. This can include checking the spool requests or output logs.
  Test Output: Use the output test functionality to see if the output can be generated and sent successfully. This can help identify if the issue is with the specific document or a broader configuration issue.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to send the document. Check the user roles and permissions related to output processing.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SP01 (Spool Request) to check for any spool requests related to the document.
  Output Type Configuration: You can check the output type configuration in transaction NACE (for application-specific output types) or SPRO (for general output configuration).
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can debug the output processing to identify where the issue is occurring.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the SO016 error in SAP.