How To Fix VE505 - Output not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VE - Message ID for condition analysis

• Message number: 505

• Message text: Output not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VE505 - Output not found ?

  The SAP error message VE505 ("Output not found") typically occurs when the system is unable to find a suitable output type for a document, such as a sales order, delivery, or invoice. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes of VE505 Error
  
  
  Missing Output Type Configuration: The output type required for the document may not be configured in the system.
  
  
  Output Condition Records: There may be no condition records maintained for the output type in the relevant output determination procedure.
  
  
  Incorrect Output Determination Procedure: The output determination procedure assigned to the document type may not be set up correctly.
  
  
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for output processing.
  
  
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the output type.
  
  
  Output Device Issues: There may be issues with the output device configuration or availability.
  
  
  Solutions to VE505 Error
  
  
  Check Output Type Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code NACE to check the output type configuration for the relevant application area (e.g., Sales, Shipping).
  Ensure that the output type is defined and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Maintain Condition Records:
  
  Use transaction code VV31 (for sales documents) or VV32 to maintain condition records for the output type.
  Ensure that the necessary conditions are met for the output type to be triggered.
  
  
  
  Review Output Determination Procedure:
  
  Check the output determination procedure assigned to the document type.
  Ensure that the correct procedure is assigned and that it includes the required output types.
  
  
  
  Check Document Status:
  
  Verify the status of the document to ensure it is eligible for output processing.
  For example, a sales order must be in a status that allows for output generation.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the output type.
  Check the user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Output Device Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the output device in transaction SPAD.
  Ensure that the output device is correctly set up and available for use.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  NACE: Output Types Configuration
  VV31/VV32: Maintain Output Condition Records
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  SU01: User Maintenance
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on output determination and configuration.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the output generation again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the VE505 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.