How To Fix SPPF019 - No default medium exists in customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPPF - PPF: Messages from the Central Classes

• Message number: 019

• Message text: No default medium exists in customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPPF019 - No default medium exists in customizing ?

  The SAP error message SPPF019: No default medium exists in customizing typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of the output medium for a specific application or process in SAP. This error is often encountered in the context of output determination, such as when trying to print documents or send emails.
  Cause:
  The error indicates that the system cannot find a default output medium (like print, email, fax, etc.) for the specified output type in the customizing settings. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The output type has not been properly configured in the system.
  Incorrect Assignment: The output type is not assigned to the relevant application or document type.
  Missing Default Medium: There is no default medium defined for the output type in the customizing settings.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SPPF019 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Output Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code NACE (or SPRO for customizing).
  Select the relevant application (e.g., Sales, Purchasing, etc.).
  Check the output type that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the output type is correctly configured and has a default medium assigned.
  
  
  
  Define Default Medium:
  
  In the output type configuration, ensure that a default medium (like print, email, etc.) is defined.
  If it is missing, you can add a new entry for the default medium.
  
  
  
  Assign Output Type:
  
  Ensure that the output type is assigned to the relevant document type or application.
  Check the customizing settings for the specific application to ensure that the output type is linked correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, verify that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  Check if the output type and its settings exist in the target system.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the output functionality again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  NACE: Output Types configuration.
  SPRO: Access to the SAP Reference IMG for customizing.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on output determination and configuration.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to the specific output type or application you are working with.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SPPF019 error and ensure that the output medium is correctly configured in your SAP system.