How To Fix VN2031 - Send time & allowed: Time determination routine missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VN2 - Output Class for RSNASTCK

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Send time & allowed: Time determination routine missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VN2031 - Send time & allowed: Time determination routine missing ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message VN2031 - Send time & allowed: Time determination routine missing:
  
  Error Message
  VN2031: Send time & allowed: Time determination routine missing
  
  Cause
  This error occurs during the vendor master data processing or invoice verification when the system tries to determine the "send time" for a document or message but cannot find the required time determination routine.
  In SAP, the "send time" refers to the time at which a message (such as an invoice, purchase order, or payment advice) is allowed or scheduled to be sent. The system uses a time determination routine (a piece of custom or standard code) to calculate or validate this send time.
  If this routine is not assigned or missing in the configuration, the system cannot determine the send time, resulting in this error.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During vendor master data maintenance or invoice processing.
  When output determination is triggered, and the system tries to calculate the send time for the output message.
  Typically related to output types in purchasing or financial documents.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check Output Determination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction NACE (Output Types).
  Select the relevant application (e.g., Purchasing (EF), Invoice Verification (IV), etc.).
  Check the output type that is causing the error.
  Verify the Send Time Determination Routine assigned to the output type.
  
  
  
  Assign or Correct the Time Determination Routine:
  
  In the output type configuration, there is a field for the Time Determination Routine.
  If this field is empty or points to a non-existent routine, assign the correct routine.
  Standard SAP routines usually start with V or Z (custom).
  Example standard routines might be 0001, 0002, etc., depending on the output type.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Enhancements:
  
  If your system uses custom routines (Z-routines), ensure that the routine exists and is active.
  Check the routine code in transaction SE38 or SE80.
  If missing, recreate or restore the routine.
  
  
  
  Transport and System Consistency:
  
  Sometimes, the routine might be missing due to incomplete transports between systems (DEV ? QAS ? PRD).
  Verify that the routine exists in the current system.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error and your SAP version.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction NACE: Used for output determination configuration.
  Output Types: Define how and when messages are sent.
  Time Determination Routine: ABAP routine that calculates the send time for output messages.
  Common Modules: Purchasing (EF), Invoice Verification (IV), Financial Accounting (FI).
  SAP Help: Look for documentation on output determination and send time routines.
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  VN2031 - Send time & allowed: Time determination routine missing
  
  
  Cause
  Missing or unassigned time determination routine in output type configuration
  
  
  Solution
  Assign or correct the time determination routine in transaction NACE for the output type
  
  
  Where to Check
  Transaction NACE ? Output type ? Time determination routine field
  
  
  Additional Notes
  Verify custom routines, transports, and SAP Notes for related fixes
  
  
  
  
  If you need help identifying the correct routine or further assistance, please provide the output type and application area where the error occurs.