How To Fix SPPF_MEDIA051 - No communication type found, delivery made by mail

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPPF_MEDIA - PPF: Message Class for Messages from Media

• Message number: 051

• Message text: No communication type found, delivery made by mail

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPPF_MEDIA051 - No communication type found, delivery made by mail ?

  The SAP error message SPPF_MEDIA051 indicates that there is no communication type found for the delivery method specified, which in this case is "delivery made by mail." This error typically arises in the context of SAP's output management, particularly when trying to send documents or notifications via email or other communication methods.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Communication Type: The primary cause of this error is that the system cannot find a defined communication type for the specified delivery method. This could be due to configuration issues or missing entries in the relevant tables.
  Incorrect Configuration: The output type may not be properly configured to use email as a communication method.
  Output Condition Records: There may be no condition records set up for the output type that specifies how the output should be sent.
  User Authorizations: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the communication types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Output Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code NACE (for output types).
  Select the relevant application area (e.g., Sales, Purchasing).
  Check the output type that is causing the error and ensure that it is configured correctly to use email as a communication method.
  
  
  
  Define Communication Type:
  
  Ensure that the communication type for email is defined in the system. This can be done in the configuration settings for the output type.
  You may need to create or modify the communication type in the relevant customizing settings.
  
  
  
  Maintain Condition Records:
  
  Check if there are condition records for the output type. You can do this using the transaction code VV21 (for sales documents) or ME9A (for purchasing documents).
  If there are no records, create them to specify how the output should be processed.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the output types and communication methods.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the output process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  NACE: Output Types Configuration
  VV21: Maintain Output Condition Records for Sales
  ME9A: Maintain Output Condition Records for Purchasing
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring output types and communication methods.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.