How To Fix SP01R118 - No output request created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SP01R - SP01 Error Messages

• Message number: 118

• Message text: No output request created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SP01R118 - No output request created ?

  The SAP error message SP01R118 "No output request created" typically occurs when there is an issue with the output processing in SAP. This message indicates that the system was unable to create an output request for a document or transaction. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Output Type Not Defined: The output type for the document may not be defined in the system.
  Output Condition Records Missing: There may be no condition records for the output type, meaning the system does not know when to trigger the output.
  Incorrect Configuration: The output determination procedure may not be correctly configured for the document type.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for output processing (e.g., it may be incomplete or not yet saved).
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create output requests.
  Technical Issues: There may be technical issues with the SAP system or the printer configuration.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Output Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., NACE for output types) and ensure that the output type is defined for the document type you are working with.
  Verify that the output type is assigned to the correct application area.
  
  
  
  Create Condition Records:
  
  If condition records are missing, create them using the appropriate transaction (e.g., for sales documents, use transaction VV11).
  Ensure that the necessary conditions for triggering the output are met.
  
  
  
  Review Output Determination Procedure:
  
  Check the output determination procedure assigned to the document type and ensure it is correctly set up.
  Make sure that the procedure includes the output type you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Check Document Status:
  
  Ensure that the document is in a status that allows for output processing. If it is incomplete, complete the necessary fields and save the document.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to create output requests. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Technical Troubleshooting:
  
  Check for any technical issues in the SAP system, such as printer configuration or spool settings.
  Review the SAP system logs for any additional error messages that may provide more context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  NACE (Output Types Configuration)
  VV11 (Create Condition Records for Output)
  SP01 (Spool Request Overview)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on output processing and configuration.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to output processing or the error message SP01R118.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.