How To Fix SO088 - Memory ID cannot be specified for this processing type

SO088 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SO - SAPoffice: message texts

• Message number: 088

• Message text: Memory ID cannot be specified for this processing type

What causes this issue?

You tried to define a memory ID for a processing type that works without
memory.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Select one of the following processing types for a memory transfer:
S - Report with memory
U - Transaction with memory

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SO088 - Memory ID cannot be specified for this processing type ?

  The SAP error message SO088 ("Memory ID cannot be specified for this processing type") typically occurs in the context of SAPscript or Smart Forms when there is an issue with the configuration of the output processing type. This error indicates that the system is trying to use a memory ID in a context where it is not allowed or not applicable.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Output Processing Type: The error often arises when the output processing type is set to a value that does not support the use of memory IDs. For example, certain processing types like "Print" or "Send" may not allow memory IDs.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the output type settings or the associated form settings.
  Incompatibility: The memory ID being referenced may not be compatible with the selected processing type.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Output Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code NACE to check the output type configuration.
  Ensure that the output type you