How To Fix VLD003 - & output(s) have not been processed yet

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VLD - Printing Output

• Message number: 003

• Message text: & output(s) have not been processed yet

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VLD003 - & output(s) have not been processed yet ?

  The SAP error message VLD003 typically indicates that there is an issue with the processing of output data in the SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, often related to the output management system, such as when trying to process or print documents (like invoices, delivery notes, etc.) that have not been fully processed or are in a pending state.
  Cause of VLD003 Error
  
  Pending Output: The output you are trying to process has not been fully generated or is still in a queue.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the output type configuration in the system.
  Missing Data: Required data for processing the output may be missing or incomplete.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to process the output.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the output device or communication errors.
  
  Solutions
  
  
  Check Output Status:
  
  Go to the transaction where the output is generated (e.g., VF03 for billing documents).
  Check the status of the output. If it is still in a "pending" state, you may need to wait for it to be processed or manually trigger the processing.
  
  
  
  Reprocess Output:
  
  If the output is stuck, you can try to reprocess it. This can often be done through the output management transaction (e.g., NACE for output types).
  Use the transaction code for the relevant application (like VF02 for billing) and check the output settings.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the output type configuration in NACE. Ensure that the output type is correctly set up and that all necessary conditions are met for it to trigger.
  Verify that the output medium (e.g., print, email) is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to process the output. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Technical Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team. They can check for any underlying system issues or errors in the output processing framework.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as NACE (for output types), VF03 (for viewing billing documents), and SLG1 (for application logs).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to output management and processing to understand the expected workflow and configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the VLD003 error effectively.