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How To Fix VE512 - No mail text proposal has been created


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: VE - Message ID for condition analysis

  • Message number: 512

  • Message text: No mail text proposal has been created

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VE512 - No mail text proposal has been created ?

    The SAP error message VE512 "No mail text proposal has been created" typically occurs when the system is unable to find a predefined mail text for a specific action or event, such as sending an email notification related to a business process (e.g., sales order, delivery, etc.). This can happen in various SAP modules, including Sales and Distribution (SD) or Materials Management (MM).

    Cause:

    1. Missing Mail Text Proposal: The primary cause of this error is that there is no mail text proposal defined in the system for the specific document type or event.
    2. Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for output types or message determination may not be set up correctly.
    3. Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they may not have included the necessary mail text proposals.

    Solution:

    To resolve the VE512 error, you can follow these steps:

    1. Check Output Configuration:

      • Go to the transaction code NACE (or SPRO for configuration).
      • Navigate to the relevant application area (e.g., Sales and Distribution).
      • Check the output types and ensure that the mail output type is correctly configured.
      • Verify that the output type has a valid access sequence and that the mail text proposal is assigned.
    2. Define Mail Text Proposal:

      • If no mail text proposal exists, you can create one.
      • Use transaction code SO10 to create a new text object.
      • Ensure that the text is created in the correct language and is linked to the appropriate output type.
    3. Check Message Determination:

      • Ensure that the message determination procedure is correctly set up for the relevant document type.
      • Check if the condition records for the output type are maintained.
    4. Testing:

      • After making the necessary changes, test the process again to see if the error persists.
      • You can use transaction codes like VF03 (for billing documents) or VA03 (for sales orders) to trigger the output and check if the email is sent successfully.
    5. Consult Documentation:

      • Review SAP documentation or help notes related to output management and mail text proposals for additional guidance.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes:
      • NACE: Output Types Configuration
      • SO10: Text Management
      • SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
    • SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to mail text proposals or output types.
    • User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify mail text proposals.

    If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.

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