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How To Fix VF093 - Output determination: Procedure &1 does not exist.


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: VF - Billing

  • Message number: 093

  • Message text: Output determination: Procedure &1 does not exist.

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  • What causes this issue?

    The output determination procedure is not available.

    How to fix this error?

    Check whether this output determination procedure is maintained in
    Customizing for output control.
    If the procedure is missing, it must either be recreated or another
    existing procedure must be assigned to the relevant billing type in
    Customizing.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VF093 - Output determination: Procedure &1 does not exist. ?

    The SAP error message VF093, which states "Output determination: Procedure &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of output determination for billing documents. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the specified output determination procedure for the billing document type you are working with.

    Cause:

    1. Missing Output Procedure: The specified output determination procedure (denoted by &1) is not defined in the system for the billing document type.
    2. Configuration Issues: The output determination procedure may not be properly configured or assigned to the billing type in the output determination settings.
    3. Incorrect Document Type: The document type being processed may not be associated with the output procedure you are trying to use.
    4. Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly.

    Solution:

    1. Check Output Procedure Configuration:

      • Go to the transaction code NACE (or SPRO for configuration).
      • Navigate to Sales and Distribution -> Output Control -> Output Determination -> Maintain Output Determination Procedures.
      • Verify that the output procedure specified in the error message exists and is correctly configured.
    2. Assign Output Procedure to Billing Type:

      • In the same NACE transaction, ensure that the output procedure is assigned to the relevant billing document type.
      • Check the settings under Output Types and ensure that the output type is linked to the correct procedure.
    3. Check Document Type:

      • Ensure that the billing document type you are working with is correctly set up to use the output procedure.
      • You can check this in the configuration settings for billing document types.
    4. Transport Issues:

      • If the configuration was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors.
      • Ensure that all necessary objects related to output determination were included in the transport request.
    5. Testing:

      • After making the necessary changes, test the output determination by creating a new billing document and checking if the output is generated correctly.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes:
      • NACE: For output determination configuration.
      • SPRO: For accessing the configuration menu.
    • Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on configuring output determination procedures.
    • SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to output determination procedures.

    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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