How To Fix VE577 - No data available for communication type 'print'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VE - Message ID for condition analysis

• Message number: 577

• Message text: No data available for communication type 'print'

What causes this issue?

Communication type 'Print' was found using the communication strategy
for the specified address.
Data for the print output cannot be determined.
This involves the following address:
Address number: &v1&
Personnel number: &v2&
Adress category: &v3&

System Response

The output can not be processed.

How to fix this error?

Enter the data for print output in the condition record.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VE577 - No data available for communication type 'print' ?

  The SAP error message VE577, which states "No data available for communication type 'print'," typically occurs when there is an attempt to print a document or report, but the system cannot find any data to process for the specified communication type. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to print invoices, delivery notes, or other documents.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause is that the document or data you are trying to print does not exist or has not been generated correctly.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to fetch the data for printing may be incorrect or too restrictive, leading to no data being retrieved.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow printing (e.g., it may be incomplete or not yet finalized).
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the output types or communication types in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data required for printing.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Existence: Verify that the document you are trying to print actually exists in the system and is in the correct status for printing.
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria used for printing are correct and not overly restrictive. Adjust them if necessary.
  Check Output Configuration: Review the output type configuration in the relevant transaction (e.g., NACE for output types) to ensure that the communication type 'print' is correctly set up.
  Document Status: Make sure that the document is complete and in a status that allows printing. If it is not, complete the necessary steps to finalize it.
  User Authorizations: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access and print the document. If not, work with your SAP security team to grant the required permissions.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the print program or checking the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that could provide additional insights.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as NACE (for output types), ME23N (for viewing purchase orders), or VF03 (for viewing billing documents) to check the status and configuration of documents.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to VE577 for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to output management and printing to understand the configuration and troubleshooting steps better.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.