How To Fix VA052 - In total & addresses were printed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VA - Output for CAS Sales Activities

• Message number: 052

• Message text: In total & addresses were printed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VA052 - In total & addresses were printed ?

  The SAP error message VA052 typically indicates that there is an issue with the output of sales documents, specifically related to the printing of total amounts and addresses. This message can occur in various scenarios, such as when generating sales orders, quotations, or invoices.
  Cause:
  The error message VA052 can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Output Configuration: The output type for the sales document may not be correctly configured. This includes settings for the output determination procedure, access sequences, and condition records.
  
  
  Form Issues: The form used for printing (e.g., SAPscript, Smart Forms, or Adobe Forms) may have issues, such as missing fields or incorrect layout settings.
  
  
  Data Issues: There may be missing or incorrect data in the sales document that prevents the totals or addresses from being printed correctly.
  
  
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the print job.
  
  
  Printer Settings: The printer settings may not be correctly configured, leading to issues in output generation.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VA052 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Output Configuration:
  
  Go to the output determination settings for the relevant sales document type (e.g., sales order, quotation).
  Ensure that the output type is correctly assigned and that the access sequence is properly set up.
  
  
  
  Review the Form:
  
  Check the form used for printing. Ensure that all required fields for totals and addresses are included in the form layout.
  Test the form in the form editor (Smart Forms or SAPscript) to ensure it works as expected.
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  Review the sales document for any missing or incorrect data. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the print job. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Printer Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the printer settings are correctly configured in SAP. Check the output device settings and ensure that the printer is online and available.
  
  
  
  Test Output:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the output again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like NACE (for output types) and SMARTFORMS (for Smart Forms) to access the relevant configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the VA052 error.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed guidance on output determination and form design.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.