How To Fix VL888 - Output could not be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 888

• Message text: Output could not be determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL888 - Output could not be determined ?

  The SAP error message VL888 ("Output could not be determined") typically occurs in the context of delivery processing when the system is unable to find a suitable output type for the delivery document. This can happen for various reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  
  Output Type Configuration: The output type may not be properly configured in the system. This includes missing or incorrect settings in the output determination procedure.
  
  
  Condition Records: There may be no condition records maintained for the output type in the relevant output determination procedure.
  
  
  Output Determination Procedure: The output determination procedure assigned to the delivery type may not be set up correctly or may not include the necessary output types.
  
  
  Document Status: The delivery document may be in a status that does not allow for output processing (e.g., it may not be fully processed or may be in a blocked status).
  
  
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data, such as missing or incorrect customer or material master records that affect output determination.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Output Type Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code NACE and check the output type configuration for the delivery document.
  Ensure that the output type is correctly defined and linked to the appropriate output determination procedure.
  
  
  
  Maintain Condition Records:
  
  Use transaction code VV31 (or VV32 for changes) to maintain condition records for the output type.
  Ensure that the necessary conditions are met for the output type to be determined.
  
  
  
  Review Output Determination Procedure:
  
  Check the output determination procedure assigned to the delivery type in the configuration.
  Ensure that the output type is included in the procedure and that the sequence is correct.
  
  
  
  Check Document Status:
  
  Verify the status of the delivery document. If it is not in a status that allows output processing, you may need to change its status or complete any pending actions.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the customer and material master records for any inconsistencies or missing information that could affect output determination.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, you may need to debug the output determination process to identify where it is failing. This can be done by using transaction SE80 or SE37 to analyze the relevant function modules.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  NACE: Output Types Configuration
  VV31: Create Condition Records for Output Types
  VV32: Change Condition Records for Output Types
  VL01N: Create Outbound Delivery
  VL02N: Change Outbound Delivery
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to output determination and the VL888 error.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on output determination and configuration for deliveries to ensure all settings are correctly implemented.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the VL888 error in your SAP system.