How To Fix UD397 - Nothing to print since no assignments exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UD - EDM - Enterprise Data Model

• Message number: 397

• Message text: Nothing to print since no assignments exist

What causes this issue?

You have selected the function <LS>Print</>. However, since neither a
table nor view is assigned, and no table is noted for later use, it
does not make sense to print the assignment or notes for later use.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Assign a table or view to the entity type or note tables for later use
with the entity type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UD397 - Nothing to print since no assignments exist ?

  The SAP error message UD397 ("Nothing to print since no assignments exist") typically occurs when you attempt to print a document or report, but the system cannot find any relevant data or assignments to print. This can happen in various contexts, such as when dealing with user-defined documents, forms, or reports in SAP.
  Causes:
  
  No Data Available: The most common cause is that there are no records or data entries that match the criteria for printing. This could be due to filters applied or simply because no data has been entered.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to generate the report or document may not match any existing records.
  Missing Assignments: If the document or report relies on specific assignments (like user assignments, document assignments, etc.), and those assignments do not exist, the system will not find anything to print.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or print the data, leading to the impression that there is nothing to print.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Availability: Ensure that there are records available that meet the criteria for printing. You can do this by reviewing the relevant transactions or reports in SAP.
  Review Selection Criteria: Double-check the selection criteria you are using to generate the report or document. Make sure they are set correctly and that they correspond to existing data.
  Verify Assignments: If the document requires specific assignments, ensure that these assignments have been made. This may involve checking user assignments or other relevant configurations.
  User Authorizations: Confirm that you have the necessary authorizations to access and print the data. If not, contact your SAP administrator to resolve any authorization issues.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific module you are working with to understand any additional requirements for printing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using specific transaction codes (like ME23N for purchase orders, VF03 for billing documents, etc.) that could be relevant to the data you are trying to print.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message UD397. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.