How To Fix VL700 - ********** Shipping output (printing, fax etc) *********

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 700

• Message text: ********** Shipping output (printing, fax etc) *********

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL700 - ********** Shipping output (printing, fax etc) ********* ?

  The SAP error message VL700 typically relates to issues with shipping output, such as printing or faxing shipping documents. This error can occur in the context of delivery processing in the SAP system. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Output Type Configuration: The output type for shipping documents may not be configured correctly in the system.
  Condition Records: Missing or incorrect condition records for the output type can lead to this error.
  Output Device Issues: The output device (printer, fax, etc.) may not be set up correctly or may be offline.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the output.
  Document Status: The delivery document may not be in a status that allows for output processing.
  Customizing Settings: Customizing settings for output determination may not be properly maintained.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Output Type Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code NACE and check the output type configuration for shipping (e.g., V1 for delivery).
  Ensure that the output type is correctly assigned to the relevant application and that the processing routines are set up.
  
  
  
  Review Condition Records:
  
  Use transaction code VV31 to check if condition records exist for the output type.
  If not, create the necessary condition records.
  
  
  
  Verify Output Device:
  
  Check the output device settings in transaction code SPAD.
  Ensure that the device is configured correctly and is online.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the output. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Document Status:
  
  Verify the status of the delivery document. It should be in a status that allows for output processing (e.g., not in a blocked status).
  
  
  
  Customizing Settings:
  
  Review the customizing settings for output determination in the relevant configuration areas to ensure they are correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  NACE: Output Types Configuration
  VV31: Maintain Condition Records for Output Types
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  VL02N: Change Delivery
  VL03N: Display Delivery
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to output processing for any known issues or patches that may address the error.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on output determination and configuration.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.