How To Fix SO652 - Select either or

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SO - SAPoffice: message texts

• Message number: 652

• Message text: Select either or

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SO652 - Select either or ?

  The SAP error message SO652 ("Select either  or ") typically occurs in the context of sending output (like emails, faxes, or print jobs) from the SAP system. This error indicates that the system requires you to specify how you want the output to be processed, either immediately or scheduled for later (at night).
  Cause:
  The error arises when the output type configuration does not have a clear instruction on how to handle the output. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Configuration: The output type may not be properly configured to allow for immediate or scheduled sending.
  User Input: The user may not have selected the appropriate option for sending the output.
  System Settings: The system settings may not allow for the default option to be set, leading to ambiguity.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SO652 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Select Output Option:
  
  When prompted, ensure that you explicitly select either "Send immediately" or "Send at night" in the output screen.
  
  
  
  Check Output Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code NACE (for output types) and check the configuration for the relevant application area (e.g., Sales, Purchasing).
  Ensure that the output type is configured to allow for both immediate and scheduled sending.
  
  
  
  Review User Settings:
  
  Check if there are any user-specific settings that might be overriding the default behavior. This can be done in the user profile settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to output management for any additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it seems to be a system-wide issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like NACE for output type configuration and SP01 for spool requests.
  Output Determination: Understand how output determination works in SAP, as it plays a crucial role in how outputs are processed.
  User Exits and Enhancements: Sometimes, custom developments or enhancements can affect output processing. Check if any user exits are implemented that might influence this behavior.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SO652 error and ensure that your output is processed as intended.