How To Fix SO327 - PC parameters require a file extension in the type field

SO327 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SO - SAPoffice: message texts

• Message number: 327

• Message text: PC parameters require a file extension in the type field

What causes this issue?

You have entered a parameter of the type PC without specifying a file
extension in the field <LB>Function</>.
The parameters of the type 'PC' have the following function: At
runtime, they have the information about which command needs to be
executed on the PC to start the application belonging to the file
extension.
It does not make sense to use the parameter without a file extension.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Remove the new parameter or enter a file extension in the field
<LB>Function</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SO327 - PC parameters require a file extension in the type field ?

  The SAP error message SO327 indicates that there is an issue with the parameters related to the file type in the context of SAP's output management or document handling. Specifically, it suggests that a file extension is required in the type field for the parameters being processed.
  
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when:
  
  A file type is specified in the output parameters, but it does not include a valid file extension (e.g., .txt, .pdf, .docx).
  The configuration for the output type or the document type is incomplete or incorrect.
  The system is expecting a specific format for the file type, and it is not being provided.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SO327 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Output Parameters:
  
  Go to the transaction where the output parameters are defined (e.g., NACE for output types).
  Ensure that the file type specified includes a valid file extension.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of the output type in the relevant application area (e.g.,