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Message type: E = Error
Message class: SSFCOMPOSER - Smart Forms: Composer Messages
Message number: 035
Message text: Output type &1 does not have the device type &2.
You have chosen an output device that does not have the specified
device type.
The output device is not accepted.
You have to enter an output device that has the relevant device type.
Use the input help to make your selection.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.
SSFCOMPOSER035
- Output type &1 does not have the device type &2. ?The SAP error message SSFCOMPOSER035 indicates that there is an issue with the output type configuration in relation to the device type specified. Specifically, the error message states that the output type (denoted as
&1
) does not have the associated device type (denoted as&2
). This typically occurs when trying to print or output a document, and the system cannot find the correct configuration for the specified output type and device type combination.Cause
The error can be caused by several factors:
- Missing Configuration: The output type may not be configured to use the specified device type in the SAP system.
- Incorrect Device Type: The device type specified may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
- Output Type Not Assigned: The output type may not be assigned to the relevant application or may not be set up correctly in the output determination procedure.
- Changes in Device Types: If there have been recent changes to device types or output types, it may lead to inconsistencies.
Solution
To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
Check Output Type Configuration:
- Go to transaction NACE (Output Control).
- Select the relevant application area (e.g., Sales, Purchasing).
- Check the output type (
&1
) and ensure that it is configured correctly.- Verify that the output type is assigned to the correct device type (
&2
).Verify Device Type:
- Go to transaction SPAD (Spool Administration).
- Check if the device type (
&2
) exists and is correctly configured.- Ensure that the device type is active and properly set up.
Assign Output Type to Device Type:
- In the output type configuration, ensure that the device type is assigned to the output type.
- If necessary, create a new entry or modify the existing one to include the correct device type.
Check Output Determination Procedure:
- Ensure that the output determination procedure is correctly set up to include the output type and device type.
- Make sure that the conditions for triggering the output type are met.
Test the Configuration:
- After making changes, test the output process again to see if the error persists.
Related Information
Transaction Codes:
Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on output types and device types.
Support: If the issue persists after checking the configurations, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team for further assistance.
By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the SSFCOMPOSER035 error in your SAP system.
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